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EV08 SAJ

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

69,724 mi
Last recorded69,724 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEV08 SAJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 69,724 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2024 68,801 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 68,050 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2022 66,364 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 65,249 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 64,430 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 60,684 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 58,589 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 55,796 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both n/s and o/s (2.7.2a)

Pass 28 May 2016 50,486 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 45,098 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 40,218 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 40,218 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 32,348 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 32,346 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 24,352 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 18,988 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 18,988 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f) DANGEROUS

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 SAJ is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EV08 SAJ, 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 SAJ registered?

EV08 SAJ is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is EV08 SAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EV08 SAJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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