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NM52 EVO

2003 Mitsubishi Evo

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

78,006 mi
Last recorded78,006 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Evo64,260 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM52 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelEvo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 78,006 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 77,877 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 77,541 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 76,601 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 76,498 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 76,498 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 76,225 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 75,250 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 73,746 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 72,453 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2015 72,452 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

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

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

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

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

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 71,623 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 71,622 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 70,585 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Underside of the vehicle showing some signs of corrosion

Pass 4 Apr 2013 68,511 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front wipers slightly smearing

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Underside of vehicle showing some signs of corrosion

Pass 4 Apr 2012 66,470 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 63,369 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight transmission oil leak

Pass 28 Jul 2010 61,103 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 57,350 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 54,393 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 48,482 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 48,482 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2006 42,071 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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NM52 EVO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Evo in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 NM52 EVO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NM52 EVO?

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What year was NM52 EVO registered?

NM52 EVO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Evo, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is NM52 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for NM52 EVO shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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