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WX05 DFF

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,746 mi
Last recorded50,746 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2020 50,746 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2020 50,746 miles

Emissions not tested Steady engine RPM impossible to attain (fuel level low.) (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 48,701 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 45,915 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 41,189 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 1 May 2015 37,928 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 37,736 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 36,729 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 36,000 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 32,862 miles

rear brake discs corroded

small chunk out of nearside front tyre side wall

Pass 6 Aug 2010 30,065 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 21,514 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 20,050 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 20,037 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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 DFF is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DFF, 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 DFF registered?

WX05 DFF is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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The MOT history for WX05 DFF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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