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CU08 APK

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

56,729 mi
Last recorded56,729 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU08 APK
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 56,729 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 56,425 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 54,653 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 53,139 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 53,134 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 51,492 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 45,587 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 38,541 miles

advise front and rear suspension components corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2016 34,952 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 30,564 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 26,290 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 22,238 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 18,670 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2011 15,238 miles

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

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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CU08 APK is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 CU08 APK, 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 CU08 APK registered?

CU08 APK is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is CU08 APK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU08 APK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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