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A15 EVO

1999 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

48,224 mi
Last recorded48,224 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer71,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 48,224 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 47,847 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 47,757 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 46,800 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 46,662 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 46,509 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 46,096 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both rear tyre wearing on inner edges.

Pass 22 Aug 2018 45,931 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 45,770 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 45,766 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 45,547 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 45,224 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 44,837 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 44,136 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 43,243 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 43,243 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 41,557 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 40,199 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 38,004 miles

both front and rear number plates show honeycomb

Pass 22 Jul 2008 36,519 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 35,738 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 33,698 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 33,698 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Lancer?

Based on 382,912 MOT tests across 33,260 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
5,235
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
33,260
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,095
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,710
position lamp(s) not working 4,694
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4,425
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,236
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A15 EVO is a 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 71,413 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Lancer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,095 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A15 EVO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Lancer typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 27 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A15 EVO registered?

A15 EVO is a 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 9 July 1999.

Is A15 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 EVO shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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