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AD52 EVO

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

48,812 mi
Last recorded48,812 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2025 48,812 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 48,793 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 48,440 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 48,359 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 48,277 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 48,201 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 48,084 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2017 47,991 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 47,961 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 47,776 miles

after market exhaust fitted

after market suspension fitted

brake pipes and fuel pipes oiled over

Pass 14 Jun 2014 47,295 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 46,656 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 46,655 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 45,714 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 43,332 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 42,014 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 36,812 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2008 36,796 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 26 Jan 2007 28,286 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 28,286 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Jan 2006 20,405 miles

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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AD52 EVO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 59,836 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 AD52 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AD52 EVO?

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What year was AD52 EVO registered?

AD52 EVO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 29 January 2003.

Is AD52 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 EVO shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD52 EVO have outstanding finance?

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