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WR05 UPS

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,117 mi
Last recorded73,117 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR05 UPS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2021 73,117 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 69,687 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 69,622 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 64,702 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 57,834 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 24 Feb 2017 57,834 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Feb 2016 47,360 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 47,360 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 40,580 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 35,821 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 30,865 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 28 Mar 2012 26,622 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 21,403 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 16,440 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 12,791 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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WR05 UPS is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 WR05 UPS, 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 WR05 UPS registered?

WR05 UPS is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is WR05 UPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR05 UPS shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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