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AV08 ARF

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2020
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

126,337 mi
Last recorded126,337 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 ARF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2019 126,337 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

front brake binding

Fail 22 Feb 2019 126,319 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

front brake binding

Pass 24 Mar 2014 119,812 miles

rear pads low-x2 rear d bush slight play

Fail 19 Apr 2013 110,357 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 110,357 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 102,867 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 102,865 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 93,405 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Lancer?

Based on 382,912 MOT tests across 33,260 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
5,235
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
33,260
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,095
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,710
position lamp(s) not working 4,694
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4,425
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,236
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AV08 ARF is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 63,219 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Lancer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,095 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV08 ARF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Lancer typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 18 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV08 ARF registered?

AV08 ARF is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is AV08 ARF safe to buy?

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