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AA02 TEN

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,716 mi
Last recorded87,716 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2015
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA02 TEN
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2015 87,716 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 28 Aug 2015 87,716 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 78,265 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 74,564 miles

n/s/f tyre worn inner edge

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Fail 20 Aug 2013 74,561 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

n/s/f tyre worn inner edge

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Pass 2 Aug 2012 65,294 miles

Both front tyres slightly mishaped

Fail 2 Aug 2012 65,294 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Both front tyres slightly mishaped

Pass 30 Aug 2011 48,743 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 45,887 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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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AA02 TEN is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 63,219 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 AA02 TEN, 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 18 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AA02 TEN registered?

AA02 TEN is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is AA02 TEN safe to buy?

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