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VT55 CUG

2006 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

99,749 mi
Last recorded99,749 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2022
Typical for 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer59,624 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVT55 CUG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2022 99,749 miles

fuel filler neck corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2021 96,514 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 94,112 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 94,112 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2019 91,375 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 91,375 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault d-abg sq trbl2 (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 99,148 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 99,148 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 61,752 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 50,537 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 31,862 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 31,855 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 30,660 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2013 28,305 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 28,294 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 25,905 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 23,526 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 21,161 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 18,094 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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VT55 CUG is a 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 59,624 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 VT55 CUG, 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 20 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VT55 CUG registered?

VT55 CUG is a 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 25 February 2006.

Is VT55 CUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VT55 CUG shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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