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WX05 EEH

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

66,184 mi
Last recorded66,184 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 66,184 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 62,604 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 57,820 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 53,712 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 53,604 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 51,928 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 51,759 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 49,660 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 47,782 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 47,059 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 45,808 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2016 45,808 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 43,619 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 42,960 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 40,050 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2012 31,398 miles

antiroll bar surface rusting

rear brake discs inner surfaces surface rusting

small stone chip in front windscreen

Pass 30 Jun 2011 29,238 miles

brake discs inner surfaces starting to rust

front and rear antiroll bars starting to rust

front and rear tyre treads worn low on edges

Pass 29 Jun 2010 26,147 miles

front tyre treads inner edges worn low

rear tyre treads inner edges starting to wear

Pass 2 Jul 2009 21,461 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 13,908 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 EEH is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 EEH, 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 EEH registered?

WX05 EEH is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is WX05 EEH safe to buy?

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