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EV04 ORM

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

132,368 mi
Last recorded132,368 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 132,368 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 132,101 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 131,996 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 131,989 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 131,724 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 131,115 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both rear shock absorber bodies corroded

fuel tank metal pipes corroded

Fail 16 Sep 2019 131,115 miles

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

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both rear shock absorber bodies corroded

fuel tank metal pipes corroded

Pass 18 Sep 2018 125,923 miles

engine covers fitted

exhaust system modified/rattles rear mounting not attached although supported

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Sep 2017 117,693 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 117,536 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 112,820 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 96,829 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 78,457 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 59,689 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 40,495 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 ORM is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 EV04 ORM, 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 EV04 ORM registered?

EV04 ORM is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is EV04 ORM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EV04 ORM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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