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Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,798 cc

LX08 ZRFMOT history

LX08 ZRF is a blue petrol Mitsubishi Lancer first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 79,536 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2026.

LX08 ZRF blue Mitsubishi Lancer – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Oct 2027
Mileage
79,536 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,401 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX08 ZRF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Lancer
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX08 ZRF was last recorded at 79,536 miles on 17 Oct 2026, 6,240 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,296 miles · 15 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
6,240 miles
Average per year
4,401 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,536 miles
  • 2025 – 67,666 miles
  • 2024 – 60,355 miles
  • 2023 – 56,830 miles
  • 2022 – 53,381 miles
  • 2021 – 49,894 miles
  • 2020 – 46,867 miles
  • 2019 – 43,144 miles
  • 2018 – 39,871 miles
  • 2017 – 35,908 miles
  • 2016 – 31,997 miles
  • 2015 – 28,175 miles
  • 2014 – 23,698 miles
  • 2013 – 16,444 miles
  • 2012 – 13,976 miles
  • 2011 – 10,445 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,536 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Inner cracking to tyre advise fitting to front to maximise wear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,536 miles (+6,240)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    79,536 miles
    Test number
    683545983911
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass73,296 miles (+5,630)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    73,296 miles
    Test number
    165308771020
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides os/ns (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass67,666 miles (+7,311)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    67,666 miles
    Test number
    573525857829
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides os/ns (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass60,355 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    60,355 miles
    Test number
    636202162059
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail60,355 miles (+3,525)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,355 miles
    Test number
    679704211560
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass56,830 miles (+3,449)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    56,830 miles
    Test number
    623730739233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,381 miles (+3,487)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    53,381 miles
    Test number
    930887326996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass49,894 miles (+3,027)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    49,894 miles
    Test number
    150145045968
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass46,867 miles (+3,723)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    46,867 miles
    Test number
    600171236347
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass43,144 miles (+3,273)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    43,144 miles
    Test number
    443997402745
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/18/Y (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass39,871 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    39,871 miles
    Test number
    112028689759
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner cracking to tyre advise fitting to front to maximise wear

  12. Fail39,871 miles (+3,963)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,871 miles
    Test number
    988711708384
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner cracking to tyre advise fitting to front to maximise wear

  13. Pass35,908 miles (+3,911)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    35,908 miles
    Test number
    411226281030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,997 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    31,997 miles
    Test number
    952956020347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail31,997 miles (+3,822)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,997 miles
    Test number
    825747699780
    • FailureNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  16. Pass28,175 miles (+4,477)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    28,175 miles
    Test number
    139777855435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,698 miles (+7,254)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    23,698 miles
    Test number
    849283464037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass16,444 miles (+2,468)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    16,444 miles
    Test number
    786365663048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  19. Pass13,976 miles (+3,531)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    13,976 miles
    Test number
    129584532483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    10,445 miles
    Test number
    976585331050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX08 ZRF

Does LX08 ZRF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX08 ZRF is valid until 16 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX08 ZRF?
The MOT on LX08 ZRF is valid until 16 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX08 ZRF done?
LX08 ZRF was recorded at 79,536 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2026, an average of 4,401 miles a year.
Has LX08 ZRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX08 ZRF has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LX08 ZRF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LX08 ZRF find?
LX08 ZRF passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both.

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