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WX55 KAO

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

33,134 mi
Last recorded33,134 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX55 KAO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 33,134 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 32,301 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 31,989 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 31,584 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 30,819 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 30,371 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 29,635 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 28,848 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 28,081 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 27,322 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 26,178 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 25,665 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 24,903 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 23,790 miles

General surface corrosion to exhaust system in places.

Pass 20 Sep 2011 21,830 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 21,828 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 20,419 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 18,560 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 16,434 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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WX55 KAO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 WX55 KAO, 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 WX55 KAO registered?

WX55 KAO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is WX55 KAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX55 KAO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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