2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 1.6L Petrol · GU08 KNW
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (1.6L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 119,726 miles. MOT expired on 21 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI LANCER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 119,726 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GU08 KNW Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/08/2025
- 119,726 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GU08 KNW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (GU08 KNW) between September 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
GU08 KNW Mileage History
- 05/09/2022102,413 mi
- 22/08/2024113,147 mi+10,734 mi
- 09/08/2025119,726 mi+6,579 mi
- 09/08/2025119,726 mi
Average of roughly 5,915 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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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