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GK08 BYX

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

101,620 mi
Last recorded101,620 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 BYX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2021 101,620 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2021 101,620 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Dec 2020 95,965 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Dec 2020 95,962 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 91,331 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 85,074 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 85,043 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 77,908 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 77,899 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2016 71,120 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 65,068 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 56,229 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 47,166 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 38,917 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 38,753 miles

offside rear tyre bald on inner edge

Fail 29 Mar 2012 38,753 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

offside rear tyre bald on inner edge

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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GK08 BYX is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 GK08 BYX, 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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GK08 BYX is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 16 June 2008.

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