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DV08 EAF

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

116,336 mi
Last recorded116,336 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 EAF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2017 116,336 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 111,389 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 106,493 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 100,355 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 92,863 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection on both outer sill

Fail 29 Feb 2012 75,129 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection on both outer sill

Pass 29 Feb 2012 75,129 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection on both outer sill

Pass 8 Mar 2011 56,918 miles

10% imbalance on front service brakes

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

plastic sill coversfittednotallowing full inspection on both outer sill

slightcracking on both rear tyrebutnot deep enough to reach ply or cords

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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DV08 EAF is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DV08 EAF, 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 DV08 EAF registered?

DV08 EAF is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is DV08 EAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV08 EAF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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