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FL08 YJU

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

69,523 mi
Last recorded69,523 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 YJU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 69,523 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 61,612 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 54,785 miles

front exhaust flexy breaking up

Pass 5 Jun 2014 48,135 miles

cooling radiator support corroded

Fail 29 May 2014 48,030 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

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

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

cooling radiator support corroded

rear tyres cracked

Pass 7 May 2013 39,532 miles

both front tyres about 4mm

both rear tyres cracking

both wipers just clearing enough

Fail 7 May 2013 39,532 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres about 4mm

both rear tyres cracking

both wipers just clearing enough

Pass 8 May 2012 29,523 miles

slight front brake judder

Pass 15 Mar 2011 22,755 miles

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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FL08 YJU is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FL08 YJU, 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 FL08 YJU registered?

FL08 YJU is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FL08 YJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 YJU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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