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DU08 VXY

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,042 mi
Last recorded45,042 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 VXY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 45,042 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all round (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2021 44,962 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 44,425 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 44,425 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 42,211 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 39,728 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 37,909 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 35,602 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 35,602 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 32,361 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 28,563 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 24,821 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 20,793 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 16,800 miles

front brake discs slightly pitted on inner faces

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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DU08 VXY is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DU08 VXY, 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 DU08 VXY registered?

DU08 VXY is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is DU08 VXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU08 VXY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DU08 VXY have outstanding finance?

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