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GL08 WDW

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

74,799 mi
Last recorded74,799 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 WDW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 74,799 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 70,467 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2025 70,467 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 66,078 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 62,829 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2023 62,828 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 59,465 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 53,847 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides Corroded slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides Corroded slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Dec 2020 53,847 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides Corroded slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Wiper split and smearing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides Corroded slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 48,596 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides slightly corroded and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side mirror slightly insecure

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Offside rear service brake did not lock although the overall efficiency exceeded the minimum requirements

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2019 48,595 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged Inner side wall damage due to running at low pressure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged Inner side wall damage due to running at low pressure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides slightly corroded and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Side mirror slightly insecure

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Offside rear service brake did not lock although the overall efficiency exceeded the minimum requirements

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 46,505 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides tyre treads at 2/3mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side mirror slightly insecure

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 43,521 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 17 Aug 2016 41,458 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 36,247 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre cracked on the tread surfaces

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

Offside Rear tyre cracked in the tread surfaces

Fail 14 Aug 2015 36,247 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre cracked on the tread surfaces

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear tyre cracked in the tread surfaces

Pass 19 Aug 2014 33,136 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 30,755 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 25,934 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside rear tyre starting to crack in base of tread

Pass 22 Jun 2012 25,934 miles

nearside rear tyre starting to crack in base of tread

Pass 21 Jun 2011 23,610 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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GL08 WDW is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GL08 WDW, 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 GL08 WDW registered?

GL08 WDW is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 24 July 2008.

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