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GX08 DXJ

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

100,032 mi
Last recorded100,032 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 DXJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 100,032 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jan 2025 99,944 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2024 97,152 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 30 Jan 2024 97,152 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 95,111 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2021 91,065 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2021 91,060 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2020 87,524 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 87,491 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2019 81,812 miles

Both number plate lights are dim

Fail 15 Oct 2019 81,862 miles

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

Both number plate lights are dim

Pass 25 Oct 2018 66,686 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 55,891 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing low inner edge. 215/45zr18 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing low inner edge. 215/45zr18 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 44,619 miles

battery flat/poor condition

coil springs corroded

corrosion underside

damage to exterior of car

exhaust system corroded

front and rear brake discs corroded/deteriorated/poor condition

front brake pipes corroded

front to rear brake pipes corroded

rear brake pipes corroded

under tray damaged /insecure

Fail 12 Jan 2016 44,619 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

battery flat/poor condition

coil springs corroded

corrosion underside

damage to exterior of car

exhaust system corroded

front and rear brake discs corroded/deteriorated/poor condition

front brake pipes corroded

front to rear brake pipes corroded

rear brake pipes corroded

under tray damaged /insecure

Pass 9 Dec 2013 36,578 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 32,798 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre has a stepped tread but is wearing more on the inner and outer tread area

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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GX08 DXJ is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 GX08 DXJ, 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 GX08 DXJ registered?

GX08 DXJ is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 6 May 2008.

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