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YX08 WKY

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

17,655 mi
Last recorded17,655 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 WKY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2018 17,655 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 169,140 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 169,140 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 155,413 miles

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)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 139,750 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 13 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 124,497 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 108,913 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 108,913 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 92,706 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 92,647 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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YX08 WKY is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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

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 YX08 WKY, 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 YX08 WKY registered?

YX08 WKY is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for YX08 WKY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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