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T3 FWG

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

50,561 mi
Last recorded50,561 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT3 FWG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 50,561 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 48,790 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 44,370 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 40,769 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 May 2015 40,769 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 40,752 miles

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

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)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

both rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 9 Apr 2014 37,147 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2014 37,147 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 33,505 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 29,108 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 24,534 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 24,534 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 21,015 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 13,971 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 13,930 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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T3 FWG is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 T3 FWG, 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

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What year was T3 FWG registered?

T3 FWG is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is T3 FWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for T3 FWG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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