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GU58 HSC

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,532 mi
Last recorded160,532 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 HSC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 160,532 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 157,796 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center & rear (6.1.2 (a))

suspension component's corroded

Pass 13 Dec 2023 155,922 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 137,423 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 136,196 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2021 136,196 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 126,972 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 123,814 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2019 123,783 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front part trailing arm bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 110,634 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 104,734 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 29 Nov 2017 104,724 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall of the tyre (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Advise Both front tyres are void of tread on the inner portion of the tyres

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 97,178 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 14 Dec 2016 97,178 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 89,400 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 76,749 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside and offside front wiper blades are split but at the time of test cleared screen all ok

Fail 23 Dec 2013 64,325 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2013 64,325 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 50,608 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 34,831 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGE

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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GU58 HSC is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GU58 HSC, 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 GU58 HSC registered?

GU58 HSC is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 19 December 2008.

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