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EV03 JAP

2003 Mitsubishi Evo

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

71,257 mi
Last recorded71,257 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Evo64,260 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEV03 JAP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelEvo
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2019 71,257 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Underside of vehicle, subframes and suspension components have surface corrosion

Pass 22 Feb 2018 70,257 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 69,402 miles

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe. (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 68,464 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 64,428 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 61,067 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 55,601 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 55,601 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2011 48,704 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2011 48,699 miles

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

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 41,307 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 33,377 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 30,833 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 23,945 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 18,136 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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EV03 JAP is a 2003 Mitsubishi Evo in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Evo models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 64,260 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 EV03 JAP, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Evo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EV03 JAP registered?

EV03 JAP is a 2003 Mitsubishi Evo, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is EV03 JAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EV03 JAP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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