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GK08 NSY

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

61,010 mi
Last recorded61,010 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 NSY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 61,010 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2024 54,348 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play loose (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 6 Sep 2024 54,348 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play loose (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 52,377 miles

Front exhaust flexi joint deteriorated

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

Slight corrosion on radiator cross member

Pass 20 Aug 2022 50,508 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 48,967 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 46,846 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 43,952 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 39,604 miles

rear tyre treads worn

Pass 8 Sep 2017 35,064 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 30,670 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 25,750 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 25,075 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 21,268 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 17,477 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 13,545 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 10,259 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 NSY is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 NSY, 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 GK08 NSY registered?

GK08 NSY is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is GK08 NSY safe to buy?

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