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YY57 OUP

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,498 mi
Last recorded71,498 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY57 OUP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019 71,498 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 68,063 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 68,063 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 64,633 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 47,898 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 39,816 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2014 39,804 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 28,546 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 22,212 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2011 16,512 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2010 10,727 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 10,727 miles

Offside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

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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YY57 OUP is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YY57 OUP, 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 YY57 OUP registered?

YY57 OUP is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 29 January 2008.

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