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AE56 BYB

2006 Mitsubishi Lancer

Yellow Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

80,431 mi
Last recorded80,431 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer59,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 BYB
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 80,431 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 78,889 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 77,709 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 75,955 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 49,172 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 46,628 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 44,417 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 36,375 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

rear brake pads 3/4 worn

Fail 13 Nov 2012 36,375 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

front tyres wearing on edges

rear brake pads 3/4 worn

registration plate character(s) formed using broken strokes (6.3.4e)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 29,981 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2011 29,973 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 24,174 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 Nov 2010 24,174 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 18,427 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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 BYB is a 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer in Yellow with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BYB, 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 BYB?

You can check the full history of AE56 BYB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AE56 BYB registered?

AE56 BYB is a 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 22 November 2006.

Is AE56 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE56 BYB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE56 BYB have outstanding finance?

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