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FL08 YND

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,953 mi
Last recorded142,953 miles
Recorded on17 May 2013
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 YND
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2013 142,953 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

brakes discs corroded

front brake pads worn

Fail 17 May 2013 142,953 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

brakes discs corroded

n/s/f/ tyre flat

Pass 5 May 2012 128,873 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 104,457 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

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 YND is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FL08 YND, 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 FL08 YND registered?

FL08 YND is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is FL08 YND safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 YND shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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