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LX08 HWZ

2008 Mitsubishi I

Yellow Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

46,957 mi
Last recorded46,957 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi I31,898 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 HWZ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelI
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 46,957 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 46,541 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 45,526 miles

Welded repair obscured by heavy application of body sealant

Fail 4 Sep 2024 45,526 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 45,310 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre nail in shoulder 175/55r15

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

Pass 12 Oct 2022 44,696 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 43,672 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt boot deteriorated (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt boot deteriorated (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 42,746 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 42,746 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 41,970 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 40,441 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened recommend replacing asap (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off recommend re securing soon (0.1 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 37,359 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Sep 2017 37,359 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (3.5.1i)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 34,896 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 34,896 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 29,773 miles

rear silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2014 27,076 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 23,112 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 23,112 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 19,029 miles

all tyres starting to crack / perrish

Pass 22 Jul 2011 15,059 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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LX08 HWZ is a 2008 Mitsubishi I in Yellow with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LX08 HWZ, 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 LX08 HWZ registered?

LX08 HWZ is a 2008 Mitsubishi I, first registered on 25 July 2008.

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