2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 2.0L Diesel · ET57 UPZ
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (2.0L, diesel). First registered 22 Feb 2008. Recorded mileage 212,465 miles. MOT valid until 03 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI LANCER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 212,465 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
ET57 UPZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/02/2026
- 212,465 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Known faults for Mitsubishi Mitsubishi Lancer
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
ET57 UPZ Mileage History
- 26/02/2024202,534 mi
- 04/03/2025208,905 mi+6,371 mi
- 04/03/2025208,905 mi
- 25/02/2026212,465 mi+3,560 mi
- 25/02/2026212,465 mi
Average of roughly 4,970 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
ET57 UPZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (ET57 UPZ) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: MITSUBISHI LANCER
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Rear Wheel Arch Rust(Moderate)
Corrosion often starts in the rear arches where mud and salt get trapped behind the lip.
- CVT Transmission Whine(Moderate)
The CVT gearbox can develop a whine if the fluid is old or the transmission has been overheated.
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