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P596 OET

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

65,088 mi
Last recorded65,088 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2006
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP596 OET
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2006 65,088 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2006 65,074 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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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P596 OET is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P596 OET, 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 P596 OET registered?

P596 OET is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is P596 OET safe to buy?

The MOT history for P596 OET shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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