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VN55 UJV

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

103,139 mi
Last recorded103,139 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN55 UJV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2019 103,139 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2019 103,139 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 97,373 miles

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

tow bar covering reg plate

Pass 6 Nov 2017 88,726 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 88,726 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 80,121 miles

eml light on

Pass 11 Nov 2015 73,215 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 73,215 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 65,780 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 60,225 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 60,218 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

plastic covers on outer sills

Pass 19 Apr 2013 56,541 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 55,961 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 52,459 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 46,983 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2009 39,884 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 39,882 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2008 31,460 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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VN55 UJV is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 VN55 UJV, 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 VN55 UJV registered?

VN55 UJV is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 October 2005.

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The MOT history for VN55 UJV shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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