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SM55 BTU

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,088 mi
Last recorded101,088 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 BTU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2016 101,088 miles

Front crossmember corroded outside of prescribed area

Pass 10 Sep 2015 92,968 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear suspension components corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2014 86,466 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

front lower cross member holed and corroded

nearside rear brake binding slightly

Fail 16 Sep 2014 86,466 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage cracked (2.4.G.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

front lower cross member holed and corroded

nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 19 Sep 2013 79,665 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

front cross member corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2012 74,445 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Oil leak

offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 26 Sep 2011 66,372 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 66,372 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 55,874 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 45,628 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 37,108 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 37,108 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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SM55 BTU 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 75%.

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 SM55 BTU, 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 SM55 BTU registered?

SM55 BTU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 22 September 2005.

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