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WX54 HWF

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

103,937 mi
Last recorded103,937 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX54 HWF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 103,937 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 103,659 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear sections of both front to rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front floor stiffener plates corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe leading to flexible hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 102,597 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion in general to vehicle under body and around rear spring top mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear outer wheel arch corroded

Pass 6 Apr 2021 102,019 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 99,871 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Slight corrosion to underneath of body

nearside rear wheel arch corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2019 97,951 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 96,064 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 92,946 miles

corrosion on both inner front seals

emissions close to limits

Pass 12 Mar 2016 89,923 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaust system rusty and corroded

surface corrosion to rear chassis

Pass 24 Jan 2015 86,126 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 83,327 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

front tyres worn

o/s/f engine mount bolt loose

rear tyres worn

Fail 8 Apr 2013 83,327 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

front tyres worn

o/s/f engine mount bolt loose

rear tyres worn

Pass 3 Apr 2012 79,804 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 3 Apr 2012 79,804 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 13 Apr 2011 76,427 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 69,163 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 61,693 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 42,319 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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WX54 HWF is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WX54 HWF, 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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WX54 HWF is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 15 February 2005.

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