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E8 SYT

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

185,344 mi
Last recorded185,344 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE8 SYT
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 185,344 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 184,855 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 184,708 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 183,563 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 183,493 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 180,180 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2017 177,343 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 173,985 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2015 170,444 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 167,191 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 163,672 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 159,187 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 154,624 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 149,615 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 144,287 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 141,576 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2007 132,683 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2007 132,683 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

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

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

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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E8 SYT is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 E8 SYT, 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 E8 SYT registered?

E8 SYT is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 4 January 2008.

Is E8 SYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E8 SYT shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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