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V111 RPB

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

83,378 mi
Last recorded83,378 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV111 RPB
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 83,378 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 80,529 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 80,529 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2023 74,004 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

general underbody covered with thick black underseal

vehicle tested in wet condition

Pass 22 Oct 2022 64,042 miles

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

under floor covers black seal

Pass 20 Sep 2021 63,795 miles

Rear exhaust modified

engine parts modified

Pass 26 Oct 2020 63,106 miles

4 breaks modidfied

all 4 springs and shocks modified

Pass 8 Apr 2019 62,003 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 60,112 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 57,324 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 54,150 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 52,861 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 50,022 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 49,715 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 49,715 miles

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)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 44,523 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 33,844 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 25,407 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 19,402 miles

Offside 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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V111 RPB is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 V111 RPB, 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 V111 RPB registered?

V111 RPB is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is V111 RPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V111 RPB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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