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BJ58 GMU

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,411 mi
Last recorded68,411 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ58 GMU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2018 68,411 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 68,411 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Oct 2017 66,739 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread low, rubber deteriorated

Offside Rear Tyre worn inside edge, rubber slightly deteriorated

Pass 28 Oct 2016 56,515 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 47,447 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2015 47,447 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2014 39,962 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2013 31,655 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 27,077 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 19,920 miles

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

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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BJ58 GMU is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BJ58 GMU, 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 BJ58 GMU registered?

BJ58 GMU is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 October 2008.

Is BJ58 GMU safe to buy?

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