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YS05 XCP

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

117,959 mi
Last recorded117,959 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS05 XCP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2019 117,959 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both.worn.edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 109,965 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 103,245 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 87,656 miles

Oil leak ()

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Fail 2 Aug 2016 87,646 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak ()

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 72,661 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 60,888 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 49,947 miles

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

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

x2 front tyres,outer edges worn

Pass 30 Jun 2012 42,797 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 37,192 miles

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 31,377 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Jul 2009 25,075 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 17,410 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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YS05 XCP is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YS05 XCP, 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 YS05 XCP registered?

YS05 XCP is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is YS05 XCP safe to buy?

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