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DE08 VOX

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

142,000 mi
Last recorded142,000 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 VOX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2024 142,000 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Mar 2024 141,993 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength rear sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 27 Feb 2023 131,058 miles

Corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 27 Jan 2022 123,716 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2021 118,881 miles

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 2 Dec 2019 112,293 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 100,251 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2017 90,206 miles

Oil leak ()

corrosion to under side of vehicle

Pass 8 Oct 2016 81,828 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 74,523 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 72,350 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 72,350 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 61,573 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 46,998 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 29,497 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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DE08 VOX is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DE08 VOX, 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 DE08 VOX registered?

DE08 VOX is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for DE08 VOX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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