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SF08 FSJ

2008 Mitsubishi I

Black Petrol 660cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

62,296 mi
Last recorded62,296 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi I31,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF08 FSJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelI
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine660cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 62,296 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2025 62,296 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2024 54,312 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 41,970 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 30,167 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2021 26,483 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 24,990 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2019 24,009 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 22,510 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 19,336 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

corrosion to suspension components/sills(outer covers fitted)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 7,247 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 3,014 miles

Rear exhaust silancer corrodet

Pass 29 Jan 2014
Pass 11 Jan 2013 12,664 miles

front bumper slighty damaged

Pass 3 Feb 2012 11,695 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 10,358 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 10,165 miles

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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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SF08 FSJ is a 2008 Mitsubishi I in Black with a 660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 SF08 FSJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF08 FSJ registered?

SF08 FSJ is a 2008 Mitsubishi I, first registered on 15 July 2008.

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The MOT history for SF08 FSJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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