2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 1.8L Petrol · MH08 DZY
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 55,676 miles. MOT expired on 20 Apr 2024.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI LANCER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 Apr 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 55,676 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MH08 DZY Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/04/2023
- 55,676 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.
MH08 DZY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (MH08 DZY) between April 2022 and April 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 April 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
MH08 DZY Mileage History
- 21/04/202249,330 mi
- 05/04/202355,529 mi+6,199 mi
- 12/04/202355,676 mi+147 mi
Average of roughly 6,512 miles per year across 3 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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