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GR08 VEW

2008 Mitsubishi Grandis

Black Petrol 2378cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

308,763 mi
Last recorded308,763 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis85,444 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR08 VEW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGrandis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,378cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 308,763 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2026 308,763 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened 2x (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 296,255 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Feb 2025 296,145 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 277,941 miles

LPG tank slight surface corrosion

Nearside Front Bumper damaged

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear trailing arm mount areas corroded(inner sill) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 277,660 miles

Dampness to steering rack

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Center section + rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Long handbrake travel

Pass 17 Nov 2022 266,503 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Grandis?

Based on 71,169 MOT tests across 4,473 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
7,509
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,423
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,652
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,512
position lamp(s) not working 1,074
Registration plate lamp not working 860
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GR08 VEW is a 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis in Black with a 2,378cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 85,444 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 Grandis fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,423 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GR08 VEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Grandis typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Mitsubishi Grandis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GR08 VEW registered?

GR08 VEW is a 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis, first registered on 15 July 2008.

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