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DV08 JWL

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

132,750 mi
Last recorded132,750 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 JWL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2020 132,750 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2020 132,750 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 122,864 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 122,864 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Mar 2018 111,877 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 101,761 miles

Both rear coil springs are corroding

Handbrake travel

Nearside rear tyre is wearing outer edge

Fail 14 Mar 2017 101,743 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings Rack end (2.2.B.1h)

Both rear coil springs are corroding

Handbrake travel

Nearside rear tyre is wearing outer edge

Pass 17 Mar 2016 93,622 miles

Both rear brake discs are pitted

Both rear coil springs are corroded

Exhaust system is corroding

Near side front wheel bearing has slight play

Offside front tyre is wearing on edges

Pass 24 Mar 2015 84,766 miles

nearside rear tyre is low on tread

Fail 24 Mar 2015 84,765 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear tyre is low on tread

Pass 25 Mar 2014 73,289 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 61,900 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 48,947 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 37,219 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 JWL is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DV08 JWL, 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 JWL registered?

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

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