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GK08 URS

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

93,635 mi
Last recorded93,635 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 URS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 93,635 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2017 93,633 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

one of two offside rear side lamps not working

Pass 5 Aug 2016 85,719 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 77,271 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 77,271 miles

Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Trailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 67,940 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 54,611 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 42,462 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 42,252 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 May 2011 22,010 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 781 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 781 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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 URS is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 URS, 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 URS registered?

GK08 URS is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 23 May 2008.

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