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AE56 AWH

2006 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,859 mi
Last recorded38,859 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer59,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 AWH
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 38,859 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 38,532 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 38,290 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 36,114 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 34,728 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2021 34,728 miles

Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 33,802 miles
Pass 7 May 2018 32,023 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 30,480 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 26,941 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 26,941 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 4 Feb 2015 25,262 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2015 25,262 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 21,693 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 21,693 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 18,296 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 14,925 miles

low reserve travel on parking brake

wipers smearing screen

Pass 23 Dec 2010 12,829 miles

various covers fitted obscuring view

Pass 30 Dec 2009 11,580 miles

low reserve travel on parking brake lever

Fail 16 Dec 2009 11,564 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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AE56 AWH is a 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AE56 AWH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE56 AWH?

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What year was AE56 AWH registered?

AE56 AWH is a 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is AE56 AWH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE56 AWH shows 20 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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