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AV08 XDM

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

70,402 mi
Last recorded70,402 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 XDM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2019 70,402 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 63,540 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 59,273 miles

Exhaust centre and rear sections corroded

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 53,864 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 49,327 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

osf track rod end has grease on rubber boot

Pass 19 Jun 2014 43,849 miles

handbrake almost at maximum travel

offside front brake binding

Fail 10 Jun 2014 43,726 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

handbrake almost at maximum travel

offside front brake binding

Pass 19 Jun 2013 37,328 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 29,883 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front tyres becoming low on tread, osf tyre has sidewall damage but not exposing the cords.

osf brake binding slightly

Pass 15 Jun 2011 21,499 miles

Osf tyre sidewall damaged but not revealing cords

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 15 Jun 2011 21,499 miles

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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AV08 XDM is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AV08 XDM, 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 AV08 XDM registered?

AV08 XDM is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AV08 XDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 XDM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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