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WX05 DCF

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

75,784 mi
Last recorded75,784 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 DCF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 75,784 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 75,588 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 74,223 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 65,864 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 60,288 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 52,282 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2018 52,260 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 50,539 miles

tread low on inner edges of both front tyres

Fail 5 Aug 2016 50,342 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

tread low on inner edges of both front tyres

Pass 11 Aug 2015 44,387 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

both front tyres cracked

front coil springs corroded

Fail 4 Aug 2015 44,217 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

both front tyres cracked

front coil springs corroded

Pass 16 Aug 2014 38,292 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 36,611 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 34,560 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 30,458 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 28,007 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 24,166 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 18,461 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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WX05 DCF is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DCF, 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 DCF registered?

WX05 DCF is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 5 May 2005.

Is WX05 DCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX05 DCF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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