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WV55 EUO

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

79,738 mi
Last recorded79,738 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV55 EUO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2017 79,738 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear reflector lens smashed

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of sills

Pass 24 Oct 2016 74,393 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 69,636 miles

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)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 60,181 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 60,181 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 53,174 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 24 Oct 2013 53,174 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 13 Oct 2012 41,350 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 32,288 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 26,013 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2010 25,656 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 20,015 miles

small chunks missing n/s/f tyre sidewall

Fail 15 Sep 2009 20,015 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

small chunks missing n/s/f tyre sidewall

Pass 23 Aug 2008 16,047 miles

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

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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WV55 EUO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WV55 EUO, 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

How do I check the history of WV55 EUO?

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What year was WV55 EUO registered?

WV55 EUO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is WV55 EUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV55 EUO shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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