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CA08 WYK

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,854 mi
Last recorded94,854 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 WYK
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 94,854 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 89,379 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2025 89,342 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt bolted wrong way around (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 82,682 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 77,431 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2022 77,431 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 72,879 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fuel tank rusty and coated in grease.

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 68,587 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 62,771 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 55,870 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 46,789 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 38,650 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 31,215 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 26,105 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 16,906 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 10,944 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 9,424 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 9,424 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 WYK is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WYK, 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 CA08 WYK registered?

CA08 WYK is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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