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FJ08 HWY

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,707 mi
Last recorded82,707 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 HWY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2016 82,707 miles

Both rear tyre inner edges worn uneven

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 72,267 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 63,299 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 52,248 miles

front brake disc corroded on edges

off side front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 25 Apr 2013 52,245 miles

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

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

front brake disc corroded on edges

off side front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 16 Mar 2012 45,257 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 37,317 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

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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FJ08 HWY is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FJ08 HWY, 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 FJ08 HWY registered?

FJ08 HWY is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is FJ08 HWY safe to buy?

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