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EV04 LMV

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

67,489 mi
Last recorded67,489 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEV04 LMV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2025 67,489 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 67,307 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 66,463 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 61,445 miles

windscreen cracked.

Pass 6 Nov 2019 58,727 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 51,115 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 47,686 miles

factory fitted body kit

Pass 7 Sep 2016 45,021 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

factory fitted under shields

tinted side and rear windows

Pass 13 Apr 2015 50,372 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Feb 2014 40,752 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2013 32,478 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2013 32,478 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 27,501 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 23,501 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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EV04 LMV is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 EV04 LMV, 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 EV04 LMV registered?

EV04 LMV is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is EV04 LMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EV04 LMV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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