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VX08 BFO

2008 Mitsubishi I

Silver Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,217 mi
Last recorded96,217 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi I31,898 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 BFO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelI
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2016 96,217 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 86,624 miles

Oil leak

advise exhaust corroded

Fail 31 Mar 2015 86,624 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Oil leak

advise exhaust corroded

Pass 14 Mar 2014 80,449 miles

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

both rear wheel arches are corroded but no sharp edges present at time of test

Fail 12 Mar 2014 80,414 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

both rear wheel arches are corroded but no sharp edges present at time of test

Pass 26 Mar 2013 70,270 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 55,625 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES LOW TREAD ON EDGES

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

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

SLIGHT BIND NEARSIDE FRONT

Pass 5 Apr 2011 39,313 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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VX08 BFO is a 2008 Mitsubishi I in Silver with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VX08 BFO, 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 VX08 BFO registered?

VX08 BFO is a 2008 Mitsubishi I, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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