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FJ08 SGX

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Purple Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

62,575 mi
Last recorded62,575 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 SGX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 26 Jul 2018 62,575 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 56,788 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016
Pass 17 Jul 2015 39,964 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 35,516 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 28,424 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 19,222 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 19,222 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 11,631 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 11,631 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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 SGX is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Purple with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FJ08 SGX, 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 SGX registered?

FJ08 SGX is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is FJ08 SGX safe to buy?

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