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GY55 VHN

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,535 mi
Last recorded93,535 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY55 VHN
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 93,535 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 90,835 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front link rods badly corroded

n/s/r tyre wall slightly cracked

o/s/f tyre cracked outer wall

rear no plate deterioted

Pass 9 Jul 2015 86,115 miles

exhaused hanger in poor condition

front brake discs corroded

rear no plate deterioted

Pass 9 Jul 2014 80,512 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 77,250 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 74,864 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 72,265 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 69,727 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 64,055 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 64,055 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 Aug 2008 53,095 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front wipers in poor condition

Pass 28 Aug 2008 53,095 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front wipers in poor condition

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Lancer?

Based on 382,912 MOT tests across 33,260 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
5,235
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
33,260
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,095
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,710
position lamp(s) not working 4,694
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4,425
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,236
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GY55 VHN is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 60,560 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Lancer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,095 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY55 VHN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Lancer typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 21 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GY55 VHN registered?

GY55 VHN is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 10 October 2005.

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The MOT history for GY55 VHN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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