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FD08 FNA

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,050 mi
Last recorded105,050 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 FNA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2016 105,050 miles

Child seats fitted ,so unable to fully test adult seatbelts.

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 4 Jun 2016 105,050 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Child seats fitted ,so unable to fully test adult seatbelts.

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 May 2015 95,801 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Jun 2014 86,407 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 86,328 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

hand brake lever close to reserve travel limit

rear brake disc inner surfaces very corroded and rusty

Pass 11 Jun 2013 68,232 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Jun 2012 53,422 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jun 2011 39,864 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges and both are on wear indicators

Fail 9 Jun 2011 39,864 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges and both are on wear indicators

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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FD08 FNA is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FD08 FNA, 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 FD08 FNA registered?

FD08 FNA is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is FD08 FNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD08 FNA shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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