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AE08 FDZ

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

80,605 mi
Last recorded80,605 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 FDZ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2024 80,605 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 78,254 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 75,082 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 71,856 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 69,257 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 69,257 miles

Central Front Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 66,124 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 63,053 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 59,672 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 56,374 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 55,798 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 50,862 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 45,471 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 39,846 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 39,151 miles
Pass 2 May 2011 32,351 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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AE08 FDZ is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 AE08 FDZ, 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 AE08 FDZ?

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What year was AE08 FDZ registered?

AE08 FDZ is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is AE08 FDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 FDZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE08 FDZ have outstanding finance?

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