2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 2.0L Diesel · LN08 CER
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (2.0L, diesel). First registered 26 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 174,052 miles. MOT expired on 30 Oct 2025.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI LANCER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Oct 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 174,052 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LN08 CER Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/10/2024
- 174,052 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.
LN08 CER 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 (LN08 CER) between October 2022 and October 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 October 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
LN08 CER Mileage History
- 24/10/2022141,671 mi
- 31/10/2023155,524 mi+13,853 mi
- 28/10/2024174,014 mi+18,490 mi
- 28/10/2024174,052 mi+38 mi
Average of roughly 16,092 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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