2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 2.0L Petrol · DU05 VLF
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 13,521 miles. MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI LANCER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 13,521 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DU05 VLF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/11/2025
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DU05 VLF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (DU05 VLF) between October 2021 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
DU05 VLF Mileage History
- 20/05/202313,317 mi
- 16/09/202413,521 mi+204 mi
- 16/09/202413,521 mi
Average of roughly 154 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mitsubishi Mitsubishi Lancer
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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