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WX05 CYJ

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

78,451 mi
Last recorded78,451 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 CYJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 78,451 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2024 77,129 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge *Inside edge very low* (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge *Inside edge very low* (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 74,905 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 73,464 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 71,863 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 68,705 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 62,614 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 58,170 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 53,020 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 47,042 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)

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

Pass 12 May 2015 40,725 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 37,008 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 32,524 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 27,544 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 24,681 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 22,141 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 18,124 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 14,044 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 14,044 miles

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

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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WX05 CYJ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 WX05 CYJ, 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 WX05 CYJ registered?

WX05 CYJ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is WX05 CYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX05 CYJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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