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FJ08 YHF

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

125,255 mi
Last recorded125,255 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 YHF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2024 125,255 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 117,690 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 109,815 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 103,312 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 98,149 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 89,856 miles

Offside Rear Slight play in hub

Pass 15 Feb 2018 78,502 miles

n/s/r pad close to wear indicator

o/s/r tyre sidewall cut

rusting on suspension

slight play in o/s/r hub

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Feb 2017 63,629 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 61,890 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 54,100 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 48,619 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sill covers fitted

Fail 23 Sep 2014 48,619 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2013 39,623 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 28,095 miles

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

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)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 22,289 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 YHF is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YHF, 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 FJ08 YHF registered?

FJ08 YHF is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 16 June 2008.

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