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SY55 LVO

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

70,470 mi
Last recorded70,470 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2014
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY55 LVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2014 70,470 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 70,222 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 67,999 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 67,800 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Macpherson strut modified and seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2010 63,380 miles

slight play on both side front shocker tops

slight play on both side rear suspension arms

Pass 10 Nov 2009 55,322 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 8 Dec 2008 41,376 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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SY55 LVO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,997cc 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 SY55 LVO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SY55 LVO?

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What year was SY55 LVO registered?

SY55 LVO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is SY55 LVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY55 LVO 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.

Does SY55 LVO have outstanding finance?

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