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A3 DTO

1999 Mitsubishi Evo

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

139,143 mi
Last recorded139,143 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi Evo81,378 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 DTO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelEvo
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 139,143 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 138,949 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2023 138,949 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 137,049 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 135,340 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 132,794 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 130,490 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 129,451 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 125,046 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 117,574 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 108,112 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 101,135 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 94,475 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 94,475 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 86,549 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2007 81,276 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 74,574 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Evo?

Based on 5,828 MOT tests across 539 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
2,296
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
539
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 195
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 141
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 125
fog lamp not working 121
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 121
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A3 DTO is a 1999 Mitsubishi Evo in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1999 Mitsubishi Evo models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 81,378 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Evo fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 195 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A3 DTO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Evo typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 27 years old, this Mitsubishi Evo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A3 DTO registered?

A3 DTO is a 1999 Mitsubishi Evo, first registered on 21 May 1999.

Is A3 DTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 DTO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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