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WJ55 KOX

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,367 mi
Last recorded26,367 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ55 KOX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 26,367 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 25,858 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 25,181 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 23,841 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 23,559 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 23,558 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2010 23,003 miles

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

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

all four brake discs rusty

brakes squeak

Pass 16 Oct 2009 22,070 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 18,691 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2008 18,691 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear 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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WJ55 KOX is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WJ55 KOX, 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 WJ55 KOX registered?

WJ55 KOX is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is WJ55 KOX safe to buy?

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