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EV02 LEO

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

113,889 mi
Last recorded113,889 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEV02 LEO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 113,889 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH REAR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 102,343 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside front brake hose insecure

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 87,997 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 74,937 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 69,461 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 67,003 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 65,005 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 59,010 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 49,580 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 44,930 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 40,789 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 40,789 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2014 40,759 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 40,759 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 30,946 miles

osf wiperblade deteriorated v/slight

Pass 29 Mar 2012 18,666 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 15,732 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Mar 2011 15,732 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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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EV02 LEO is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EV02 LEO, 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 EV02 LEO registered?

EV02 LEO is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is EV02 LEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EV02 LEO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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