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YG05 ZHJ

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

41,888 mi
Last recorded41,888 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG05 ZHJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2019 41,888 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 41,888 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 32,318 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel

Pass 14 Sep 2017 28,702 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 25,026 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 22 Sep 2016 25,026 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (8.2.2)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 23,831 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 25,390 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 22,425 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 21,177 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 19,710 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 18,250 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 16,448 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 14,849 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 12,846 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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YG05 ZHJ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YG05 ZHJ, 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 YG05 ZHJ registered?

YG05 ZHJ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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The MOT history for YG05 ZHJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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