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FE08 ZVO

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

113,002 mi
Last recorded113,002 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2014
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 ZVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2014 113,002 miles

fuel cap slightly damaged but sealing fine

Pass 28 Feb 2013 102,244 miles

wipers smearing

fuel cap parted but still sealing

nsf tyre damaged

osr pads lower than ns pads

rear imbalance 22%

sill covers fitted

slight play osf bottom ball joint

slight play osf steering

squeal on rear brakes

undertray fitted

Fail 21 Feb 2013 102,244 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

fuel cap parted but still sealing

nsf tyre damaged

osf tyre soft

osr pads lower than ns pads

rear imbalance 22%

sill covers fitted

slight play osf bottom ball joint

slight play osf steering

squeal on rear brakes

undertray fitted

wipers smearing

Pass 23 Jan 2012 84,413 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 62,652 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 62,652 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

knocking present on road use - unable to locate anything apart from shocker

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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FE08 ZVO is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 FE08 ZVO, 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 FE08 ZVO registered?

FE08 ZVO is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FE08 ZVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 ZVO shows 6 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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