2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 1.6L Petrol · YX58 XFO
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 41,807 miles. MOT valid until 08 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI LANCER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 41,807 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YX58 XFO Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/08/2026
- 41,807 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YX58 XFO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (YX58 XFO) between August 2011 and August 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 27 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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: “Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened o/s/f floor near subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage cracked (2.4.G.1)”.
YX58 XFO Mileage History
- 22/08/201114,086 mi
- 03/09/201220,180 mi+6,094 mi
- 06/09/201220,214 mi+34 mi
- 02/09/201324,583 mi+4,369 mi
- 02/09/201324,583 mi
- 26/08/201428,567 mi+3,984 mi
- 20/08/201530,236 mi+1,669 mi
- 05/09/201632,126 mi+1,890 mi
- 22/08/201732,953 mi+827 mi
- 03/09/201834,183 mi+1,230 mi
- 05/09/201935,612 mi+1,429 mi
- 21/08/202037,111 mi+1,499 mi
- 31/08/202138,458 mi+1,347 mi
- 01/09/202239,109 mi+651 mi
- 29/08/202339,797 mi+688 mi
- 27/08/202440,508 mi+711 mi
- 03/09/202541,303 mi+795 mi
- 10/09/202541,310 mi+7 mi
- 27/08/202641,807 mi+497 mi
Average of roughly 1,846 miles per year across 19 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: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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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