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DX58 OEP

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,042 mi
Last recorded65,042 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX58 OEP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 65,042 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2025 65,038 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 61,598 miles

underbody vehicle protected with thick undersealant

Pass 25 Nov 2022 59,740 miles

Central Front under front off vehicle rusty

Central Rear under rear off vehicle is very rusty

Nearside Front front shock absorber rusty

Offside Front front shock absorber rusty

Fail 23 Nov 2022 59,737 miles

Central Front Emissions oxygen sensor obviously defective co2 to high lamber sensor wire been ripped off (8.2.1.1 (a))

Central Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Central Front under front off vehicle rusty

Central Rear under rear off vehicle is very rusty

Nearside Front front shock absorber rusty

Offside Front front shock absorber rusty

Pass 26 Nov 2021 57,915 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2021 57,915 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Nov 2020 55,733 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 54,249 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 52,640 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 52,640 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 51,096 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 5,303 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 50,392 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 14 Nov 2016 50,392 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 49,580 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 48,404 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 48,404 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 46,404 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 39,528 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 31,709 miles

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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DX58 OEP is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DX58 OEP, 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 DX58 OEP registered?

DX58 OEP is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 16 December 2008.

Is DX58 OEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX58 OEP shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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