2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 1.6L Petrol · GY08 OAP
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (1.6L, petrol). First registered 09 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 127,360 miles. MOT valid until 17 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI LANCER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 127,360 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GY08 OAP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/01/2026
- 127,360 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GY08 OAP 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 (GY08 OAP) between January 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
GY08 OAP Mileage History
- 25/01/2022115,938 mi
- 20/01/2023118,251 mi+2,313 mi
- 18/01/2024121,899 mi+3,648 mi
- 16/01/2025125,226 mi+3,327 mi
- 09/01/2026127,360 mi+2,134 mi
Average of roughly 2,887 miles per year across 5 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: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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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