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FP08 KWE

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

103,454 mi
Last recorded103,454 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 KWE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 103,454 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 90,815 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material X2 FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 7 Aug 2025 90,815 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases BACKBOX & CENTRE SECTION REAR (6.1.2 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material X2 FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 85,999 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2024 85,999 miles

Front Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 79,250 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2023 79,250 miles

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

Nearside Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 71,242 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also outer edge low on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/r & o/s/r radius arm bushes slight worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2021 58,996 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/r & o/s/r radius arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 51,921 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2020 51,921 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 44,733 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 36,607 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 35,724 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 17 Aug 2015 26,195 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 15,383 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 14,689 miles

All four tyres are slightly worn on inside edges

Pass 23 Apr 2012 12,826 miles

front wiper blades split still clearing windscreen

Fail 23 Apr 2012 12,826 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front wiper blades split still clearing windscreen

Pass 21 Apr 2011 9,935 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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FP08 KWE is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 FP08 KWE, 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 FP08 KWE registered?

FP08 KWE is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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