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WX54 HXV

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,225 mi
Last recorded66,225 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 66,225 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2025 65,384 miles

Rear fog lamp poor

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 May 2025 65,383 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp poor

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2024 64,336 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 63,365 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 61,448 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 58,529 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 56,420 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 56,397 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 56,205 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 56,067 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 52,626 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 48,740 miles

front tyres near leagal min

Fail 20 Apr 2013 48,740 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

front tyres near leagal min

Pass 23 Apr 2012 47,689 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 47,689 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 40,784 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 30,271 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 25,599 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 21,014 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 HXV is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HXV, 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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What year was WX54 HXV registered?

WX54 HXV is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 17 February 2005.

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