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YW05 DYU

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,254 mi
Last recorded96,254 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYW05 DYU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2015 96,254 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 91,071 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 86,493 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust deteriorating/corroded in places

Pass 18 Jun 2013 85,553 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 85,553 miles

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

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 76,198 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 76,198 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 66,453 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 57,861 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 57,820 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 47,425 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 34,904 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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YW05 DYU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YW05 DYU, 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 YW05 DYU registered?

YW05 DYU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is YW05 DYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YW05 DYU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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