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DY08 JSX

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

121,979 mi
Last recorded121,979 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 JSX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2023 121,979 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened along with all suspension arms and attachments/mountings (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front to rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened along with all suspension arms and attachments/mountings (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2023 121,979 miles

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

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

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jan 2022 110,529 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 101,051 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Jan 2021 101,051 miles

Emissions not tested exhaust major leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases catalytic convertor section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 97,339 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 94,882 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 88,894 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at centre to rear joint (7.1.2)

one rear exhaust bracket broken but system still secure

Fail 13 Apr 2018 88,894 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at centre to rear joint (7.1.2)

one rear exhaust bracket broken but system still secure

Pass 20 Apr 2017 84,194 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all brake pipes at rear coated in grease & cannot be inspected properly

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 79,679 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center pipe clamp corroded (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Apr 2016 79,679 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center pipe clamp corroded (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Apr 2015 74,861 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 74,861 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2014 70,152 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 62,467 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 40,640 miles

both front tyres wearing at edges

Pass 3 May 2011 34,156 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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DY08 JSX is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 DY08 JSX, 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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DY08 JSX is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 25 March 2008.

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