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Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,998 cc

S12 EAXMOT history

S12 EAX is a blue petrol Mitsubishi Lancer first used on 28 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jun 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 86,498 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2026.

S12 EAX blue Mitsubishi Lancer – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jun 2027
Mileage
86,498 km
At MOT on 19 Jun 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,499 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 EAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Lancer
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 EAX was last recorded at 86,498 km on 19 Jun 2026, 3,719 km more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 May 2014: 29,900 miles, lower than 37,892 miles on 29 May 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,779 km · 16 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,719 km
Average per year
4,499 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,498 km
  • 2025 – 82,779 km
  • 2022 – 80,949 km
  • 2021 – 76,588 km
  • 2015 – 50,289 km
  • 2012 – 24,190 km
  • 2011 – 18,696 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,498 km
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (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.

  • Both inner cv gaiters damp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear diff leaking oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,498 km (+3,719)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    86,498 km
    Test number
    780418889487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass82,779 km
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    82,779 km
    Test number
    595391330864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass81,243 miles (+277)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    81,243 miles
    Test number
    552085698549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass80,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    80,966 miles
    Test number
    287332123421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail80,949 km (+4,361)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,949 km
    Test number
    178792547662
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass76,588 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    76,588 km
    Test number
    258956708882
    • AdvisoryBoth inner cv gaiters damp
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking oil

  7. Fail76,588 km2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,588 km
    Test number
    320753729633
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner cv gaiters damp
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking oil

  8. Pass69,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    69,401 miles
    Test number
    734587413145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail69,401 miles (+6,447)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,401 miles
    Test number
    669382454528
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass62,954 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    62,954 miles
    Test number
    891720704093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,949 miles (+6,198)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    62,949 miles
    Test number
    457987885087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass56,751 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    56,751 miles
    Test number
    593392306530
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all four (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass50,289 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    50,289 km
    Test number
    765438815166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail50,289 km3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,289 km
    Test number
    845508715113
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass29,900 miles (-7,992)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    29,900 miles
    Test number
    489350354146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    37,892 miles
    Test number
    618349143175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,190 km (+5,494)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    24,190 km
    Test number
    985832752160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,696 km1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    18,696 km
    Test number
    397994041196
    • NoteFront tyre inner edges wearing slightly

  19. Fail18,960 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,960 miles
    Test number
    627673871070
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Questions about S12 EAX

Does S12 EAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 EAX is valid until 20 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S12 EAX?
The MOT on S12 EAX is valid until 20 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 EAX done?
S12 EAX was recorded at 86,498 km at its MOT on 19 Jun 2026, an average of 4,499 km a year.
Has S12 EAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 EAX has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on S12 EAX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 May 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S12 EAX find?
S12 EAX passed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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