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CA08 OWJ

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

84,304 mi
Last recorded84,304 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 OWJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2019 84,304 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 72,060 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces corrosion (3.5.1i)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 29 Jan 2018 72,050 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces corrosion (3.5.1i)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 67,848 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 61,389 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all nearing limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 51,275 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jan 2015 51,275 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2014 41,570 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 32,418 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 27,011 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 23,016 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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CA08 OWJ is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CA08 OWJ, 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 CA08 OWJ registered?

CA08 OWJ is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is CA08 OWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 OWJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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