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DG08 NLU

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

87,744 mi
Last recorded87,744 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 NLU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 87,744 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Mar 2026 87,744 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 79,079 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm and worn on the edges (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2025 79,079 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm and worn on the edges (5.2.3 (e))

Position lamp not working both rear inner side lights (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 70,661 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2024 70,660 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 62,488 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak, but not excessive from sump pan (rusty) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Mar 2023 62,488 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak, but not excessive from sump pan (rusty) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 55,355 miles

Both near side outer tyres are perishing

Slight oil leak oil filter area

Fail 31 Mar 2022 55,355 miles

Both near side outer tyres are perishing

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Slight oil leak oil filter area

Pass 30 Mar 2021 48,939 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 28 Mar 2020 44,155 miles

handbrake high

Pass 30 Mar 2019 34,383 miles

all tyres cracking

Fail 23 Mar 2019 34,339 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

all tyres cracking

Pass 30 Mar 2018 27,980 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush pin 80% corroded away (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 26,147 miles

boyh front tyres close to limit

Pass 25 Mar 2016 23,352 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 19,645 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 12,689 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 12,000 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 9,886 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 7,623 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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DG08 NLU is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 DG08 NLU, 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 DG08 NLU registered?

DG08 NLU is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is DG08 NLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 NLU shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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