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FX08 UBS

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,859 mi
Last recorded58,859 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 UBS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2017 58,859 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Dec 2015 42,240 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 36,206 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 36,206 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 27,745 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 20,409 miles

o/s/r tyre split on the outer part of the tread pattern

Pass 16 Apr 2012 12,821 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/f and n/s/f tyres very poor - heavy cracking appearing in tread area

Fail 16 Apr 2012 12,821 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s/f and n/s/f tyres very poor - heavy cracking appearing in tread area

Pass 5 May 2011 5,602 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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FX08 UBS is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,798cc 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 FX08 UBS, 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 FX08 UBS registered?

FX08 UBS is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is FX08 UBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX08 UBS 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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