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DV08 RYK

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

106,833 mi
Last recorded106,833 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 RYK
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 106,833 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 106,525 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 106,380 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 106,227 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 105,722 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 103,873 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 102,196 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 87,987 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 74,143 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 63,791 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2017 63,551 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Aim ? (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 May 2016 49,365 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2016 49,039 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed wall damage (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 May 2015 38,677 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 35,537 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

rear tyres different size to front

Pass 7 May 2014 35,537 miles

rear tyres different size to front

Pass 27 Apr 2013 26,522 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 15,925 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 15,920 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 May 2011 12,893 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

chip in screen outside swept area

long travel on h/brake

nearside wiper split on edge

Pass 3 May 2011 12,893 miles

chip in screen outside swept area

long travel on h/brake

nearside wiper split on edge

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 RYK is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 RYK, 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 RYK registered?

DV08 RYK is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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