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AB08 YFR

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

208,992 mi
Last recorded208,992 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 YFR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2016 208,992 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2016 208,937 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

nearside rear tyre slightly mishapen

Pass 26 Sep 2015 188,757 miles

o/s/front tyre sidewall damage

Pass 11 Sep 2014 164,367 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2014 109,864 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 153,153 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 121,397 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 92,256 miles

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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AB08 YFR is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AB08 YFR, 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.

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What year was AB08 YFR registered?

AB08 YFR is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AB08 YFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 YFR shows 8 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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