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J20 CYE

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

51,085 mi
Last recorded51,085 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ20 CYE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2018 51,085 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 48,144 miles

Brake and fuel pipes coated in grease

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 47,006 miles

Brake pipes coated in oil

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 45,547 miles

Brake pipes coated in paint

Pass 23 Jul 2013 42,833 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 38,908 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 38,656 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 29,464 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 29,464 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

Fail 31 Mar 2008 20,609 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 20,609 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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J20 CYE is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 J20 CYE, 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 J20 CYE registered?

J20 CYE is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is J20 CYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J20 CYE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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