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DG08 VKV

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

80,882 mi
Last recorded80,882 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2020 80,882 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2020 80,881 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jan 2020 78,406 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 71,324 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 64,510 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 56,225 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 46,702 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 33,184 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 23,078 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 19,433 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 16,375 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 16,375 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 12,512 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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DG08 VKV is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DG08 VKV, 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

How do I check the history of DG08 VKV?

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What year was DG08 VKV registered?

DG08 VKV is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is DG08 VKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 VKV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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