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Mitsubishi Lancer

Yellow · Petrol · 2008 · 1,798 cc

T18 ANKMOT history

T18 ANK is a yellow petrol Mitsubishi Lancer first used on 11 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 89,420 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2026
Mileage
89,420 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,022 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 ANK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Lancer
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 ANK was last recorded at 89,420 miles on 8 Oct 2025, 4,700 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,720 miles · 26 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,700 miles
Average per year
5,022 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,420 miles
  • 2024 – 84,720 miles
  • 2023 – 71,223 miles
  • 2022 – 63,857 miles
  • 2021 – 57,871 miles
  • 2020 – 54,266 miles
  • 2019 – 49,869 miles
  • 2018 – 45,701 miles
  • 2017 – 42,381 miles
  • 2016 – 37,311 miles
  • 2015 – 33,996 miles
  • 2014 – 29,660 miles
  • 2013 – 25,345 miles
  • 2012 – 20,288 miles
  • 2011 – 16,120 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,420 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorRear reflector not red in colour Both tinted (4.8.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Lamp clusters tinted
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including associated components (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,420 miles (+4,700)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    89,420 miles
    Test number
    830137262336
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear reflector not red in colour Both tinted (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lamp clusters tinted
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including associated components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass84,720 miles (+5,288)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    84,720 miles
    Test number
    867816163972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass79,432 miles (+8,209)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    79,432 miles
    Test number
    452111592651
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass71,223 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    71,223 miles
    Test number
    763627466399
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail71,223 miles (+7,366)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,223 miles
    Test number
    329802048464
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass63,857 miles (+5,986)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    63,857 miles
    Test number
    772712757205
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass57,871 miles (+3,605)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    57,871 miles
    Test number
    807395442882
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass54,266 miles (+4,397)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    54,266 miles
    Test number
    450006767641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,869 miles (+4,168)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    49,869 miles
    Test number
    154542119985
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass45,701 miles (+3,320)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    45,701 miles
    Test number
    667064515572
    • AdvisoryBoth wing mirrors slight movement but secure
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  11. Pass42,381 miles (+5,070)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    42,381 miles
    Test number
    652762564258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,311 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    37,311 miles
    Test number
    589272656507
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  13. Fail37,311 miles (+3,315)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,311 miles
    Test number
    202399226715
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  14. Pass33,996 miles (+75)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    33,996 miles
    Test number
    575612665003
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail33,921 miles (+4,261)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,921 miles
    Test number
    699731665060
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass29,660 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    29,660 miles
    Test number
    907490964042
    • NoteAll Tyres low. both rear tyres perished

  17. Fail29,660 miles (+4,315)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,660 miles
    Test number
    317080764093
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteAll Tyres low. both rear tyres perished

  18. Pass25,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    25,345 miles
    Test number
    177650963064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail25,345 miles (+5,057)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,345 miles
    Test number
    299770863052
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  20. Pass20,288 miles (+4,168)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    20,288 miles
    Test number
    177562562445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail16,120 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,120 miles
    Test number
    285084161007
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass16,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    16,120 miles
    Test number
    378904061080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T18 ANK

Does T18 ANK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T18 ANK is valid until 25 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T18 ANK?
The MOT on T18 ANK is valid until 25 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T18 ANK done?
T18 ANK was recorded at 89,420 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2025, an average of 5,022 miles a year.
Has T18 ANK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 ANK has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T18 ANK 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 T18 ANK find?
T18 ANK passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear reflector not red in colour both tinted; exhaust noisy, and 7 more.

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