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WX05 DHL

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,657 mi
Last recorded28,657 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 DHL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2026 28,657 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 28,407 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2023 28,378 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 28,378 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested NEW BRAKES UNBALANCED READING (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 28,203 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 27,951 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 27,408 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 26,801 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 26,329 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 25,426 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 24,265 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 21,092 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 20,432 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 20,422 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 18,986 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 16,614 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 DHL is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DHL, 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.

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What year was WX05 DHL registered?

WX05 DHL is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 22 June 2005.

Is WX05 DHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX05 DHL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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