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BK58 HWS

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

143,683 mi
Last recorded143,683 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK58 HWS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2018 143,683 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (front to rear ) corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 19 Oct 2018 143,683 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (front to rear ) corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 136,881 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 136,881 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

battery light on

Pass 25 Oct 2016 131,472 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

sills ,under trays and engine covers fitted restricting and stopping examination

Pass 22 Oct 2015 124,347 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded just ok at time of test (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both front lower suspension arms and all rear suspension components have slight corrosion

Pass 14 Oct 2014 119,536 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 14 Oct 2014 119,536 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 113,710 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 97,271 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2011 81,686 miles

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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BK58 HWS is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BK58 HWS, 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 BK58 HWS registered?

BK58 HWS is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 23 October 2008.

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