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AM08 VYH

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

44,648 mi
Last recorded44,648 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 VYH
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 44,648 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 44,592 miles

Rear build up corrosion to rear sub fram and suspension assembly add coil springs corroded

Fail 6 Jan 2025 44,590 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside+offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear build up corrosion to rear sub fram and suspension assembly add coil springs corroded

Pass 8 Jan 2024 44,584 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear build up corrosion to rear sub frame and suspension assembly coil spring

Pass 30 Jan 2023 44,550 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear build up corrosion to suspension components

Pass 11 Jan 2022 44,376 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 44,127 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 43,657 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Feb 2020 43,657 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 42,357 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 40,613 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 40,242 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 40,242 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2016 38,600 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 35,166 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 31,536 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 25,089 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 16,576 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 11,550 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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AM08 VYH is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AM08 VYH, 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 AM08 VYH registered?

AM08 VYH is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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The MOT history for AM08 VYH shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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