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SM55 XAY

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

90,021 mi
Last recorded90,021 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 XAY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2015 90,021 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front 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)

Offside Rear droplink slightly worn

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

both front wiper blades starting to split

underbody corrosion with no structural weakness

Pass 4 Sep 2014 86,710 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2013 79,421 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 79,421 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 70,966 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 67,045 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 60,264 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 XAY is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 SM55 XAY, 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 XAY registered?

SM55 XAY is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 7 December 2005.

Is SM55 XAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM55 XAY shows 7 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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