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VE54 BUV

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

139,285 mi
Last recorded139,285 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE54 BUV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 139,285 miles

Corrosion underside

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

under side of vehicle corroded

Fail 23 May 2026 139,285 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Corrosion underside

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

under side of vehicle corroded

Pass 3 Apr 2025 132,172 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn Adjust (1.1.1 (b))

Corrosion underside

Front Exhaust flexi

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 127,562 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 125,425 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 117,739 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight wear in clamp bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2022 117,629 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight wear in clamp bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 111,761 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 105,922 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Jan 2020 105,922 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 96,404 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 86,486 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 76,189 miles

deterioration to off side rear brake disc

Pass 25 Jan 2016 66,683 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner Pads (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Edges 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 60,946 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 15 Jan 2014 55,586 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 50,051 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 44,322 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 37,524 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 31,770 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 24,937 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 24,937 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 17,682 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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VE54 BUV is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 VE54 BUV, 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 VE54 BUV registered?

VE54 BUV is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is VE54 BUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE54 BUV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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