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EU08 FUE

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

64,417 mi
Last recorded64,417 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU08 FUE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 64,417 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 103,173 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 63,499 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 62,994 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 62,255 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 61,017 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 60,632 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 60,524 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 57,519 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 48,882 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail in inner shoulder.

Fail 14 Aug 2015 48,808 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front wiper blade split.

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail in inner shoulder.

Pass 21 Aug 2014 40,708 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 40,622 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 34,968 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2013 34,968 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 29,461 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 23,333 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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EU08 FUE is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 EU08 FUE, 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

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What year was EU08 FUE registered?

EU08 FUE is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is EU08 FUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU08 FUE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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