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MW55 EVO

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

96,869 mi
Last recorded96,869 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW55 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 96,869 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 96,016 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 95,459 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 94,499 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 93,498 miles

Nearside Front Radiator Support Corroded

Pass 3 Sep 2020 88,331 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 82,013 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 73,956 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 73,768 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 66,401 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 58,392 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 51,612 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 46,235 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 42,136 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 37,427 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 37,427 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 33,703 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 28,731 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 24,006 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 18,713 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 18,713 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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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MW55 EVO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MW55 EVO, 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 MW55 EVO registered?

MW55 EVO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is MW55 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW55 EVO shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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