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YY08 BVO

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

116,850 mi
Last recorded116,850 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY08 BVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2017 116,850 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 116,850 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded f/r (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2016 89,869 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 63,932 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 29,347 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 25,763 miles

cut in o/s/r tyre sidewall

Fail 11 Mar 2014 25,758 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

cut in o/s/r tyre sidewall

Pass 12 Mar 2013 22,076 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f tyre 2.00-3.00-1.00mm worn on outer & cracked slightly

Pass 7 Mar 2012 17,350 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 12,423 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 12,423 miles

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

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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YY08 BVO is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,584cc petrol 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 YY08 BVO, 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 YY08 BVO registered?

YY08 BVO is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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