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Y8 EVO

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

23,084 mi
Last recorded23,084 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY8 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 23,084 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 21,611 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 20,878 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 19,884 miles

Undertrays Fitted restricting the view of Components

Pass 26 Nov 2021 19,751 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Wheel stud incorrect for vehicle.

Panel fitted to underside of vehicle restricting checked items .

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

Pass 27 Nov 2020 19,791 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Wheel stud incorrect for vehicle.

Panel fitted to underside of vehicle restricting view.

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

Pass 4 Mar 2019 19,719 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Rear Exhaust noisy Joint (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 19,708 miles

Wear at steering colum

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Unable to check underside due to panels fitted.

Pass 26 Jan 2017 19,420 miles

under-trays fitted throughout

Pass 17 Feb 2016 19,220 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 18,638 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

car modified for rally use.

Fail 17 Feb 2015 18,636 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

car modified for rally use.

Pass 18 Feb 2014 18,008 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 16,575 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 15,641 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 14,302 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 12,329 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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Y8 EVO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 Y8 EVO, 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 Y8 EVO registered?

Y8 EVO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 16 February 2005.

Is Y8 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y8 EVO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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