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ADE 31S

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

30,024 mi
Last recorded30,024 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADE 31S
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2023 30,024 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 29,963 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 29,705 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 28,675 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 28,382 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2019 28,382 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 27,107 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 27,107 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 26,344 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 26,217 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 22,526 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

child seat fitted

nsr level sensor arm slightly seized

Fail 13 Jan 2016 22,526 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

child seat fitted

nsr level sensor arm slightly seized

Pass 7 Jan 2015 17,135 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 15,708 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 11,240 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2012 11,216 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 8,682 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 8,655 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 6,328 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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ADE 31S is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 ADE 31S, 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

How do I check the history of ADE 31S?

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What year was ADE 31S registered?

ADE 31S is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is ADE 31S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADE 31S shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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