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VE55 DJF

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,975 mi
Last recorded114,975 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2010
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE55 DJF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2010 114,975 miles

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

front disks are lipped

Pass 2 Nov 2009 90,956 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 90,635 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2008 69,243 miles

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

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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VE55 DJF is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VE55 DJF, 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 VE55 DJF?

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What year was VE55 DJF registered?

VE55 DJF is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 4 November 2005.

Is VE55 DJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE55 DJF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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