CarVerify

Free Car Check

E6 VLM

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,968 mi
Last recorded82,968 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mitsubishi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationE6 VLM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2026 82,968 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2025 81,237 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 80,500 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 80,444 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 80,386 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 77,237 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
Full Mitsubishi Lancer reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

E6 VLM is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E6 VLM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E6 VLM?

You can check the full history of E6 VLM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E6 VLM registered?

E6 VLM is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is E6 VLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E6 VLM shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E6 VLM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on E6 VLM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.