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AE08 RWO

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2017
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

69,809 mi
Last recorded69,809 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2016
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 RWO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2016 69,809 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 69,809 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 27 Jun 2015 65,549 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 65,549 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 61,240 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 52,678 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 52,678 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 43,250 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 43,250 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 33,895 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2011 33,894 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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

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

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

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 RWO is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 AE08 RWO, 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 AE08 RWO registered?

AE08 RWO is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is AE08 RWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 RWO shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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