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BY58 EVO

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2024
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

50,734 mi
Last recorded50,734 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBY58 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2023 50,734 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake line has slight corrosion at the end termination to the flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe has slight corrosion at the end termination to the flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe has slight corrosion at the end termination to the flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe has slight corrosion at the end termination to the flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 50,056 miles

all discs corroded

Fail 2 Mar 2021 50,056 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

all discs corroded

Pass 6 Dec 2018 45,052 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

OS Headlamp bracket broken

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

Pass 5 Jan 2018 41,106 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 35,473 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2016 35,356 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Pass 31 Dec 2015 29,381 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2015 29,375 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Fail 23 Sep 2015 28,410 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

both head light adjustment to minimum

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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BY58 EVO is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BY58 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

How do I check the history of BY58 EVO?

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What year was BY58 EVO registered?

BY58 EVO is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 2 September 2008.

Is BY58 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BY58 EVO shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BY58 EVO have outstanding finance?

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