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GU08 HPV

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,605 mi
Last recorded93,605 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 HPV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2019 93,605 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 83,707 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Sep 2018 83,707 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 75,458 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 75,446 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2017 69,966 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 66,066 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 62,810 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 52,407 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Slight bind to N/S/R wheel

Pass 21 Mar 2014 46,862 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2013 36,519 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 30,004 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 30,004 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 19,918 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 18,874 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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GU08 HPV is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GU08 HPV, 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 GU08 HPV registered?

GU08 HPV is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is GU08 HPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 HPV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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