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WX05 EFV

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

68,806 mi
Last recorded68,806 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 68,806 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 66,441 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2016 64,313 miles

nearside front antiroll bar link rod slight movement

nearside front steering track rod end slight play

Pass 19 Nov 2015 60,245 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2014 49,196 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 42,558 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 31,776 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 31,588 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 28,778 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 25,132 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2009 18,491 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 17,107 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 14,607 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 EFV is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EFV, 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 EFV registered?

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

Is WX05 EFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX05 EFV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WX05 EFV have outstanding finance?

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