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WX05 EFT

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

85,326 mi
Last recorded85,326 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 85,326 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 80,796 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 80,268 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 79,700 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 75,198 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 75,100 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 74,853 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 71,897 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 69,626 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 67,244 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 67,244 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 61,940 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 55,305 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 49,985 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 43,594 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 35,554 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 31,349 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 3 Jun 2010 31,349 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 Jul 2008 25,459 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 EFT 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 89.5%.

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 EFT, 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 EFT registered?

WX05 EFT is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is WX05 EFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX05 EFT shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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