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GK08 EVO

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

70,377 mi
Last recorded70,377 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 70,377 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all corroded front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both subframes slightly corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2025 70,179 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 68,412 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 66,879 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive sump and sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 64,928 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 62,107 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2021 62,027 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 59,410 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 56,770 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 50,512 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 47,435 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 42,520 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 39,551 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 35,732 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2014 35,732 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Fail 29 Mar 2014 35,576 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 31,245 miles

customer to monitor rear tyre wear

Pass 5 Apr 2012 25,015 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 21,426 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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GK08 EVO is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GK08 EVO, 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 GK08 EVO registered?

GK08 EVO is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 7 April 2008.

Is GK08 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK08 EVO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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