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X589 BTT

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

35,706 mi
Last recorded35,706 miles
Recorded on21 May 2010
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX589 BTT
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2010 35,706 miles

handbrake requires adjusting

leak from transfer box

nearside front anti-roll bar clamp bush has play

rear brake discs pitted

slight grooving on offside front brake disc

Fail 11 May 2010 35,700 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

handbrake requires adjusting

leak from transfer box

nearside front anti-roll bar clamp bush has play

nearside rear lower suspension arm inner bush has play

rear brake discs pitted

slight grooving on offside front brake disc

Fail 20 Aug 2009 30,478 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 15 May 2009 29,330 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 25,226 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 21,081 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 17,239 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 17,239 miles

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

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

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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X589 BTT is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X589 BTT, 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 X589 BTT registered?

X589 BTT is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is X589 BTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for X589 BTT shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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