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Y289 DBA

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

107,612 mi
Last recorded107,612 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY289 DBA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 107,612 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2024 99,305 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 94,680 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

general underbody corrosion

Pass 12 Dec 2022 88,007 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 87,475 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 79,994 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 77,096 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 70,794 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 56,060 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 40,764 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 36,899 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 32,219 miles

air bag light on dashboard

Pass 28 Mar 2011 29,842 miles

BELONGINGS IN BOOT

SILL COVERS/BODY KIT FITTED SO UNABLE TO INSPECT OUTER SILLS

UNDERSIDE OF CAR OIL SPRAYED

Fail 24 Mar 2011 29,842 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

BELONGINGS IN BOOT

SILL COVERS/BODY KIT FITTED SO UNABLE TO INSPECT OUTER SILLS

UNDERSIDE OF CAR OIL SPRAYED

Pass 6 Apr 2010 24,113 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 17,090 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 17,090 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2007 34,650 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 22,223 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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Y289 DBA is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 Y289 DBA, 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 Y289 DBA registered?

Y289 DBA is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 11 August 2005.

Is Y289 DBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y289 DBA shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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