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EV08 UFO

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,459 mi
Last recorded100,459 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2017 100,459 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak gear box has bad oil leak ()

Play in propshaft centre bearing rubber split ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 94,590 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 78,082 miles

catalyst fitted at time of test

nearside front tyre tread worn on outer tread no cords or ply exposed

offside froont tyre tread worn on inner and outer tread no cords or ply exposed

Pass 20 Jun 2014 69,590 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 57,824 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 49,888 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 40,599 miles

nearside front bottom ball joint showing grease

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 UFO is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UFO, 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 EV08 UFO registered?

EV08 UFO is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is EV08 UFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EV08 UFO shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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