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CP08 AXR

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,058 mi
Last recorded105,058 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 AXR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2022 105,058 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop link rubbers splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop link rubbers splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

covers fitted masking some testable items

exhaust systen corroded, rear hanger broken and flexi pipe splitting

fuel pipes corroded

vehicle underside has heavy age related corrosion

Fail 6 Jul 2022 105,049 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated.

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

General underbody corrosion.

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle.

Pass 16 Jul 2021 99,657 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear brake pipes corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust system corroded.

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

Sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle.

Fail 15 Jul 2021 99,657 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear brake pipes corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust system corroded.

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

Rear inner pads look low but unable to fully inspect.

Sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle.

Pass 21 Jul 2020 94,180 miles

Rear brake pipes corroded

Some corrosion to exhaust system

Pass 23 Jul 2019 88,373 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside front tyre perished

Offside front brake pipe corroded

Offside rear tyre perished

Rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2018 84,885 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 80,718 miles

Nearside rear brake pipe slightly corroded

Offside front brake pipe slightly corroded

Offside rear tyre perished

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Fail 17 Jul 2017 80,717 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside rear brake pipe slightly corroded

Offside front brake pipe slightly corroded

Offside rear tyre perished

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 74,566 miles

rear seats not used due to luggage

Pass 23 Jul 2015 68,129 miles

Rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 29 Jul 2014 60,257 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 53,006 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 30 Mar 2012 46,232 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 46,227 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

advise rust and wear on rear brake discs

Pass 28 Apr 2011 37,845 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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CP08 AXR is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CP08 AXR, 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 CP08 AXR registered?

CP08 AXR is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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