2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 1.6L Petrol · HW08 EYG
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (1.6L, petrol). First registered 05 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 111,859 miles. MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI LANCER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 111,859 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HW08 EYG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/02/2026
- 111,859 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.
HW08 EYG 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 (HW08 EYG) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
HW08 EYG Mileage History
- 07/02/202494,613 mi
- 05/02/2025102,375 mi+7,762 mi
- 06/02/2025102,377 mi+2 mi
- 10/02/2026111,859 mi+9,482 mi
- 10/02/2026111,859 mi
Average of roughly 8,583 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: 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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