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BJ08 XCA

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

130,100 mi
Last recorded130,100 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 XCA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2019 130,100 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 129,949 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both Rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2017 110,379 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 110,335 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both (2.2.B.1f)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 91,550 miles

brake fluid resevoir level below max

rear brakes binding slightly

undertray fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2015 77,877 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake fluid level below max

Fail 27 Mar 2015 77,877 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake fluid level below max

Pass 7 Apr 2014 65,883 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 54,803 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 42,759 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 42,759 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 32,023 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 XCA is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BJ08 XCA, 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 BJ08 XCA registered?

BJ08 XCA is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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