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BJ08 PLZ

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,079 mi
Last recorded64,079 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 PLZ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 64,079 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 61,123 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 57,013 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2023 52,632 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 49,327 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 46,429 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 45,371 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 42,195 miles
Pass 7 May 2018 39,233 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 37,200 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 37,197 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 May 2016 35,047 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 32,196 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 27 May 2014 30,429 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 30,388 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 25,687 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 22,235 miles

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

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

n/s wiper rubber split

Pass 17 May 2011 18,282 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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BJ08 PLZ is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BJ08 PLZ, 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.

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What year was BJ08 PLZ registered?

BJ08 PLZ is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is BJ08 PLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 PLZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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