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WD05 GKL

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

117,920 mi
Last recorded117,920 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD05 GKL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 117,920 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 101,578 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (7.1.2)

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

OSR tyre wearing on inside edge

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 5 Jul 2016 101,548 miles

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

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

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (7.1.2)

OSR tyre wearing on inside edge

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 89,861 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 85,258 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 74,468 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 67,208 miles

slight wear both front tyres inner edge

Pass 6 Aug 2011 58,055 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 44,966 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 40,647 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 33,499 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 32,906 miles

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

child seats fitted to rear not allowing inspection of adult belts

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 GKL is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GKL, 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 WD05 GKL registered?

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

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The MOT history for WD05 GKL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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