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EV05 RYE

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

46,341 mi
Last recorded46,341 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEV05 RYE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2017 46,341 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 43,305 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 40,827 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 40,696 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 37,862 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 37,846 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Fail 26 Apr 2013 34,433 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 34,433 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 29,245 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 29,245 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (3.4.3)

asc light on

Pass 29 Mar 2011 18,187 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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EV05 RYE is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 EV05 RYE, 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 EV05 RYE registered?

EV05 RYE is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 16 April 2008.

Is EV05 RYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EV05 RYE shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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