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YJ55 SZL

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

56,358 mi
Last recorded56,358 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ55 SZL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2022 56,358 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 55,989 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 53,927 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 53,100 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 52,011 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 50,927 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 49,569 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 47,438 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 41,491 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 41,069 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 40,055 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 38,550 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 35,587 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 35,576 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 26,929 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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YJ55 SZL is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YJ55 SZL, 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 YJ55 SZL registered?

YJ55 SZL is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 2 September 2005.

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The MOT history for YJ55 SZL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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