2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 1.6L Petrol · LT08 EKC
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2008. Recorded mileage 46,717 miles. MOT valid until 28/03/2027. Taxed until 01/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI LANCER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/03/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/05/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 46,717 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1584cc
LT08 EKC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/03/2026
- 46,717 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
LT08 EKC Mileage History
- 16/03/202322,623 mi
- 04/03/202434,759 mi+12,136 mi
- 10/03/202539,329 mi+4,570 mi
- 11/03/202539,331 mi+2 mi
- 30/03/202646,717 mi+7,386 mi
Average of roughly 7,931 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LT08 EKC 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 (LT08 EKC) between March 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
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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