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YY06 VBZ

2006 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

66,358 mi
Last recorded66,358 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2016
Typical for 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer59,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY06 VBZ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2016 66,358 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 49,339 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 43,323 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Oct 2013 43,323 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 43,297 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 36,832 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 36,832 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 28,636 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 28,635 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nail in front tyre

both front tyres cracking

Pass 9 Jun 2010 19,278 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 14,475 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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YY06 VBZ is a 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 59,624 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 YY06 VBZ, 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 20 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YY06 VBZ registered?

YY06 VBZ is a 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 21 July 2006.

Is YY06 VBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY06 VBZ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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