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EV08 FLY

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,189 mi
Last recorded91,189 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEV08 FLY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 91,189 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 88,046 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 85,730 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 78,695 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 73,027 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 69,745 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 63,871 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 53,245 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 53,169 miles

Brake performance not tested overheated. (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested overheated. (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 47,517 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 47,259 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 38,563 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 38,475 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 34,023 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 28,953 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 24,246 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 22,192 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 22,192 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 18,302 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 14,619 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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EV08 FLY is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EV08 FLY, 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 EV08 FLY registered?

EV08 FLY is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is EV08 FLY safe to buy?

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