Mitsubishi I (2008)
2008 Mitsubishi I
CarHunch analysed 260 real MOT records for the 2008 Mitsubishi I. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2008 Mitsubishi i actually passes its MOT slightly above the UK average at 82.7%, but the troubling detail is that nearly a third of these cars (32.7%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a genuine buyer concern worth investigating on any specific example you're considering. Petrol and diesel breakdowns aren't relevant here since the i was petrol-only in this generation.
At just over 33,000 miles median, these cars are relatively low-mileage for their age, yet they're averaging 2.67 failures and 15.3 advisories per test—suggesting wear and minor issues accumulate even at modest annual mileage. The median CarHunch score of 50 reflects a middling reliability picture: not a bargain basement buy, but not a confident choice either. Before purchasing, have any candidate inspected for brake and suspension condition, as these typically drive the failure rates in this model.
What to check before buying a 2008 Mitsubishi I
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 32.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2008 Mitsubishi I vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2008 Mitsubishi I vehicles fall between 22,769 and 48,175 miles.
2008 Mitsubishi I — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 109 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (45% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2008 Mitsubishi I
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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45.5%
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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42%
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
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38.7%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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35.6%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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34.9%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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34.7%
Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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34.5%
Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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26.8%
Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2008. Counts include advisories and failures.
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