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ET57 WLW

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

43,847 mi
Last recorded43,847 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET57 WLW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 43,847 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2026 43,847 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2025 39,873 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2025 39,873 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2024 37,595 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2024 37,593 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2023 35,731 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 21 Mar 2023 35,731 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 32,419 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2022 32,410 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Mar 2020 29,096 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020 29,089 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) very slight ()

Pass 2 Mar 2019 23,987 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 23,612 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 22,865 miles

unable to test rear seat belts

Pass 25 Feb 2016 22,567 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Feb 2015 21,562 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2014 20,594 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2013 19,314 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/F Wiper is not clearing the screen fully

N/S/R Tyre is cracking along the tread

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

O/S/R Tyre is cracking along the tread

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Feb 2013 19,314 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/F Wiper is not clearing the screen fully

N/S/R Tyre is cracking along the tread

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

O/S/R Tyre is cracking along the tread

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2012 17,643 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 15,188 miles

both rear tyres worn inner edge close to limit

n/s front tyre worn close to limits

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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ET57 WLW is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 ET57 WLW, 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 ET57 WLW registered?

ET57 WLW is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 22 February 2008.

Is ET57 WLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET57 WLW shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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