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C18 DPC

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

86,669 mi
Last recorded86,669 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC18 DPC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 86,669 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2024 85,849 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 85,010 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 84,012 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 83,216 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 82,426 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2019 81,511 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2018 80,163 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 77,240 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 70,806 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear anti roll bar "D" bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear slight cracking to tyre walls

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 63,328 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2015 63,328 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 59,909 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 53,233 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 47,619 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 Mar 2012 41,225 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 41,225 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 34,595 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 34,595 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside 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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C18 DPC is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 C18 DPC, 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 C18 DPC?

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What year was C18 DPC registered?

C18 DPC is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is C18 DPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C18 DPC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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