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HW55 EWG

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

98,637 mi
Last recorded98,637 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW55 EWG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2021 98,637 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 98,628 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board Rear silencer snapped off (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2020 94,060 miles

Handbrake travel

Pass 23 Sep 2019 89,544 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 85,364 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 80,690 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 75,881 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2015 69,964 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 63,905 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 58,322 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 48,600 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 44,823 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 44,754 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 44,754 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 42,162 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 34,526 miles

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 34,526 miles

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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HW55 EWG is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HW55 EWG, 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.

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What year was HW55 EWG registered?

HW55 EWG is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is HW55 EWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW55 EWG shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HW55 EWG have outstanding finance?

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