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F14 ELC

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,083 mi
Last recorded69,083 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF14 ELC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 69,083 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2026 69,081 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached drop link loose (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2025 62,379 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2024 56,026 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2023 52,428 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 26 Jul 2022 51,091 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear tyre over 10 years old

Pass 10 Mar 2021 48,874 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 48,295 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 45,480 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 42,342 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 42,318 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 38,995 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 35,872 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 32,327 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 28,346 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 24,346 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 20,701 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 15,781 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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F14 ELC is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 F14 ELC, 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 F14 ELC registered?

F14 ELC is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 12 February 2008.

Is F14 ELC safe to buy?

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