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WD05 AVB

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

144,475 mi
Last recorded144,475 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD05 AVB
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2017 144,475 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 128,198 miles

Front cross member slightly corroded

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Jan 2016 128,198 miles

Front cross member slightly corroded

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working poor connection (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 114,015 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 98,724 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 86,095 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres wearing unevenly on inside edges (saw toothed)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 74,908 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Aug 2011 74,908 miles

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

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 66,126 miles

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

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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 52,249 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 36,712 miles

nearside front tyre worn below 1.6 on inner edge

offside front tyre worn to 1.6 on inner edge

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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WD05 AVB is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WD05 AVB, 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.

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What year was WD05 AVB registered?

WD05 AVB is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 July 2005.

Is WD05 AVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WD05 AVB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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