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DK08 KGG

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

36,856 mi
Last recorded36,856 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 KGG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2019 36,856 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. excess travel. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Apr 2019 36,856 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Brake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play excess free play. (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 36,698 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 36,453 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 35,282 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 32,699 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 28,131 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 22,388 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 22,380 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 16,875 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 12,202 miles

n/s/r tyre edge worn

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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DK08 KGG is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DK08 KGG, 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 DK08 KGG registered?

DK08 KGG is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 8 April 2008.

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