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BO51 EVO

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

98,661 mi
Last recorded98,661 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBO51 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 98,661 miles

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

Vehicle underbody covered in underseal

Pass 9 Jan 2025 97,954 miles

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

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

has slight corrosion under body and sills

Pass 9 Jan 2024 95,959 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 91,863 miles

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

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

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

lowered suspension fitted

Fail 30 Nov 2022 91,863 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

lowered suspension fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2021 86,917 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 78,198 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 62,346 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2019 62,346 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 58,013 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 56,298 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 49,040 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 49,040 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 36,181 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 36,181 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 36,167 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 36,167 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 25 Jul 2014 33,699 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Vehicle in need of a full brake service.

Pass 25 Jul 2014 33,699 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Vehicle in need of a full brake service.

Pass 22 Sep 2012 27,319 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 21,513 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 21,513 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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BO51 EVO is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 BO51 EVO, 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 BO51 EVO registered?

BO51 EVO is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is BO51 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BO51 EVO shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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