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EX08 TXE

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

92,250 mi
Last recorded92,250 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 TXE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2017 92,250 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front slight movement in inner steering arm

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear tyre has a puncture 195/60/15

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 81,336 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wear to inner and outer edge's. 195/60R15 88H (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush to body (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wear to inner and outer edge's 195/60R15 88H (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush to body (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wear to inner and outer edge's 195/60R15 88H (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 73,767 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 4 Feb 2015 73,767 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 65,496 miles

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 11 Feb 2013 55,746 miles

O/S/F brake slightly binding

Slight oil seep from sump

Pass 20 Feb 2012 42,477 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 42,477 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 32,406 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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EX08 TXE is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EX08 TXE, 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 EX08 TXE registered?

EX08 TXE is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is EX08 TXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 TXE shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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