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YN05 XLL

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

116,900 mi
Last recorded116,900 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN05 XLL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 116,900 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 116,677 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 110,916 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 102,796 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 98,251 miles

fuel filling neck corrded

Pass 25 Sep 2020 92,138 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

fuel filler neck corroded and smell of fuel, no leaks found

Fail 25 Sep 2020 92,138 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

fuel filler neck corroded and smell of fuel, no leaks found

Pass 25 Sep 2019 86,058 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 78,799 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 71,520 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 62,784 miles

Nearside Front windscreen has a chip in it,central

Pass 16 Sep 2015 55,285 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 48,538 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 42,602 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 36,538 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 33,721 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 29,596 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Jun 2009 24,678 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 18,764 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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YN05 XLL is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 YN05 XLL, 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 YN05 XLL registered?

YN05 XLL is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is YN05 XLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN05 XLL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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