2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 1.6L Petrol · OV08 YYM
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (1.6L, petrol). First registered 22 May 2008. Recorded mileage 190,957 miles. MOT expired on 16 Nov 2024.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI LANCER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 Nov 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 190,957 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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OV08 YYM Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 14/11/2024
- 190,957 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
OV08 YYM 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 (OV08 YYM) between November 2021 and November 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 November 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
OV08 YYM Mileage History
- 12/11/2021157,170 mi
- 17/11/2022170,728 mi+13,558 mi
- 17/11/2023179,685 mi+8,957 mi
- 14/11/2024190,957 mi+11,272 mi
Average of roughly 11,240 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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