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RX08 GNJ

2008 Mitsubishi Canter

White Diesel 2988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

109,122 mi
Last recorded109,122 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Canter80,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX08 GNJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCanter
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 109,122 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play BOTH (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 105,629 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2024 105,522 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 102,733 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2022 100,299 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 96,522 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 96,311 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 91,408 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 89,531 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 87,998 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 87,998 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported dpf fr mtg strap broken (7.1.1)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front wheel nut cover has jagged edge could be dangerous to other road users

Pass 13 Apr 2016 77,069 miles

Offside Front wheel nut cover/step badly corroded & holed

Fail 13 Apr 2016 77,068 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim punctured (4.1.D.1d)

Offside Front wheel nut cover/step badly corroded & holed

Pass 2 Jun 2015 66,731 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 66,731 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 May 2014 53,320 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 53,320 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Tyre side walls on a twin fitment are contacting each other (4.1.D.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 41,198 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 29,161 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 19,414 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 19,375 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Canter?

Based on 48,869 MOT tests across 3,677 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,092
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,677
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 2,761
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,609
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,611
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,596
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,487
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RX08 GNJ is a 2008 Mitsubishi Canter in White with a 2,988cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Mitsubishi Canter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 80,069 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Canter fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 2,761 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX08 GNJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Canter typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Mitsubishi Canter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RX08 GNJ registered?

RX08 GNJ is a 2008 Mitsubishi Canter, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is RX08 GNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX08 GNJ shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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