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WV05 FDM

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

73,795 mi
Last recorded73,795 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV05 FDM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 73,795 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2017 69,027 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2017 69,027 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 63,804 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 58,268 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2014 51,188 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 45,395 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 37,606 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 296,966 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 29,966 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2010 22,720 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 16,327 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 9,634 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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WV05 FDM is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 WV05 FDM, 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 WV05 FDM registered?

WV05 FDM is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is WV05 FDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV05 FDM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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