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GX08 AXW

2008 Mitsubishi I

Black Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

71,340 mi
Last recorded71,340 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi I31,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 AXW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelI
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 71,340 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2025 66,093 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 60,154 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear wing corroded

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear wing corroded

Fail 24 Feb 2024 60,154 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear wing corroded

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear wing corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2023 55,300 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 47,152 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 36,279 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 32,842 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Feb 2019 23,558 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 13,965 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 14,374 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres perishing badly in treads

Pass 4 Apr 2016 13,763 miles

nearside rear shock absorber damp

rear tyres cracking

Pass 15 Apr 2015 12,285 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 9,999 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 8,379 miles

advise nearside front tyre cut in side wall but not down too cords

Pass 2 May 2012 6,640 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 5,154 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi I?

Based on 8,915 MOT tests across 621 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
3,147
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
621
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 134
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 87
brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened 77
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 58
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 55
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GX08 AXW is a 2008 Mitsubishi I in Black with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Mitsubishi I models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 31,898 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 134 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX08 AXW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi I typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Mitsubishi I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GX08 AXW registered?

GX08 AXW is a 2008 Mitsubishi I, first registered on 28 April 2008.

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