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EV05 TEA

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

78,566 mi
Last recorded78,566 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEV05 TEA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 78,566 miles
Fail 13 May 2025 78,566 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 77,184 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 76,794 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 75,251 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 70,781 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 66,873 miles

handbrake travel

Pass 26 Jun 2018 65,570 miles

front and rear suspension corroded

handbrake travel high

Fail 26 Jun 2018 65,570 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

front and rear suspension corroded

handbrake travel high

Pass 1 Jul 2017 63,857 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 61,954 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

offside front & both rear tyres bald on inner edges

Pass 13 Jun 2015 58,624 miles

plastic sills fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2014 56,594 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 18 Jun 2014 56,593 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 54,439 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 51,639 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

near side front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 21 May 2012 51,639 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

near side front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 8 Apr 2011 49,270 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 49,015 miles

Offside front tyre has cut in sidewall,not showing cords.

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 TEA is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 EV05 TEA, 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 EV05 TEA registered?

EV05 TEA is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is EV05 TEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EV05 TEA shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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