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WX05 DLN

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

87,031 mi
Last recorded87,031 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 87,031 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 86,441 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 85,885 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 84,102 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 82,135 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2019 79,549 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 78,924 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2017 76,697 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 75,081 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 72,383 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 May 2015 72,383 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 May 2014 70,946 miles

Both Rear brake discs are slightly worn

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 May 2012 67,791 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 May 2011 66,633 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2010 59,651 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 59,170 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 23 May 2009 42,683 miles

all four tyres on 2mm

Pass 28 Apr 2008 26,451 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 26,345 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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WX05 DLN is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DLN, 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 WX05 DLN?

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What year was WX05 DLN registered?

WX05 DLN is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 9 May 2005.

Is WX05 DLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX05 DLN shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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