Mitsubishi Lancer service: key facts
- Oil service every 9,000 miles or 1 year
- Basic service costs £80–£220 depending on garage
- 2 generations from 2007 to 2016
- 5 tracked service items across routine, major, and periodic schedules
Routine service items
These are the items covered in a standard service. Most garages include oil, oil filter and a basic inspection. The rest are typically checked or replaced on a schedule.
| Service item | Interval | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
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Engine oil and filter
Manufacturer specifies 9,000 miles or 12 months.
CJ/CY, Evo X
|
9,000 miles or 1 year |
£80–£120
Dealer: £150–£220
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Air filter
Standard interval is 18,000 miles. Evo X may require more frequent changes depending on driving conditions. Clogged filter affects MIVEC valve timing operation.
CJ/CY, Evo X
|
18,000 miles or 2 years |
£25–£40
Dealer: £40–£70
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Periodic maintenance
Items that don't need doing at every service but should be on your radar at the right mileage or age.
| Service item | Interval | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
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Spark plugs
Manufacturer interval 60,000 miles. Evo X specialists recommend 30,000 miles due to turbo stress. Use iridium plugs. Failing plugs cause rough idle and can damage catalytic converter.
CJ/CY, Evo X
|
60,000 miles or 5 years |
£80–£120
Dealer: £150–£200
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Brake fluid
Two year interval regardless of mileage. Critical for ABS and ESP operation. Use DOT 3 or DOT 4. Contaminated fluid causes brake fade and expensive ABS pump failure.
CJ/CY, Evo X
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2 years |
£60–£90
Dealer: £100–£140
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Coolant flush
60,000 mile or 5 year interval. Use Mitsubishi Super Long Life Coolant or equivalent OAT coolant. Old coolant corrodes aluminium components and causes water pump failure.
CJ/CY, Evo X
|
60,000 miles or 5 years |
£80–£120
Dealer: £140–£200
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Mitsubishi Lancer service FAQs
How often does a Mitsubishi Lancer need servicing?
A Mitsubishi Lancer needs servicing every 9,000 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. Manufacturer specifies 9,000 miles or 12 months.
What does a Mitsubishi Lancer service cost?
A basic service at an independent garage costs £80–£120. Main dealer servicing runs £150–£220. Major items like timing belts or gearbox services cost significantly more. Independent garages are typically 30 to 50% cheaper for the same work.
Is a Mitsubishi Lancer expensive to maintain?
Routine servicing starts from £80 at an independent garage, which is about average for this class of car. The bigger costs come from periodic items like timing belts, brake fluid changes, and transmission servicing. Keeping on top of the schedule avoids expensive failures.
How do I check a Mitsubishi Lancer's service history?
You can check any Mitsubishi Lancer's official dealer service records online using just the registration number. The check retrieves every logged dealer visit, including dates, mileage, and work done, so you can see whether the schedule has been followed or if there are gaps. It costs £6.99 and you get a full refund if no records are found.