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MITSUBISHI LANCER (2005)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 1,953 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

78%

Total Tests (2024)

1,953

Avg Mileage

87,984 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,827

Is the 2005 MITSUBISHI LANCER reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 19 years old, 78% of MITSUBISHI LANCERs from 2005 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 1,953 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 87,984 miles.

How does the 2005 MITSUBISHI LANCER compare?

Rank among all 2005 cars173th out of 526(top 33%)
Rank among all MITSUBISHI models204th out of 408(top 50%)
vs national average-4% (82% avg)
vs 2005 cars average+6% (72% avg)
vs MITSUBISHI average-2% (80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2005 MITSUBISHI LANCER has 87,984 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 140,600 miles for a 19-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a MITSUBISHI LANCER?

The most reliable year is the 2014 model with a 96% MOT pass rate, while the 2010 model has the lowest at 72%. The 2005 sits between the two at 78%.

How much does a 2005 MITSUBISHI LANCER cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1584cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£500
Total per year£1,827
Per month£152/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

MITSUBISHI LANCER by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202088%5077,941 mi
201995%6697,178 mi
201892%4881,570 mi
201792%8981,385 mi
201694%9581,847 mi
201591%13783,291 mi
201496%5058,111 mi
201291%6760,175 mi
201173%2,326100,912 mi
201072%3,172104,196 mi
200976%2,157104,030 mi
200877%2,81898,098 mi
200775%1,54188,265 mi
200677%1,90286,458 mi
200578%1,95387,984 mi
200492%77676,874 mi
200393%56280,312 mi
200289%9981,221 mi
200189%22373,824 mi
200091%24673,093 mi
199988%30273,051 mi
199895%19780,685 mi
199793%42103,606 mi
199684%5792,249 mi

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About the 2005 MITSUBISHI LANCER

The 2005 MITSUBISHI LANCER is a small family car with a 1584cc petrol engine. 1,953 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2005, the average MOT pass rate is 72%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 87,984 miles at 19 years old, MITSUBISHI LANCER owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2005 MITSUBISHI LANCER Fuel Costs

The 1584cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2005 MITSUBISHI LANCER?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,827 (£152/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 78% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

MITSUBISHI LANCER Reliability Trend

The MITSUBISHI LANCER has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2005 MITSUBISHI LANCER

At 19 years old, the MITSUBISHI LANCER is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2014 model has the highest pass rate at 96%.

Alternatives to the 2005 MITSUBISHI LANCER

If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: