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YN08 PKZ

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

89,164 mi
Last recorded89,164 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN08 PKZ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 89,164 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear flange (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 88,715 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 87,352 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Apr 2023 87,337 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 84,840 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 79,817 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2020 79,817 miles

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 75,059 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 74,001 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 68,796 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 62,930 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 59,469 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 52,471 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 46,622 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 37,905 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 36,526 miles

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 PKZ is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PKZ, 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 YN08 PKZ registered?

YN08 PKZ is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is YN08 PKZ safe to buy?

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