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YN08 KZS

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

14,108 mi
Last recorded14,108 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN08 KZS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 14,108 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 14,092 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 14,076 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 14,058 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 14,033 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 13,942 miles

All tyres are cracking on the outer side wall.

Pass 25 May 2020 13,918 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 cracking on walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 13,751 miles

all tyres outer side wall cracking.

Pass 17 Apr 2018 13,014 miles

all tyres are cracking on the outer side walls

Pass 7 Apr 2017 12,092 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 11,409 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 10,831 miles

all brake disc surfaces slightly corroded

all tyres starting to split on sidewalls not enough to fail

Pass 16 Apr 2014 10,102 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 10,101 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 9,066 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 9,066 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 7,782 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 6,429 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 6,397 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front 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)

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

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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YN08 KZS is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YN08 KZS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YN08 KZS registered?

YN08 KZS is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is YN08 KZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN08 KZS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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