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P479 VFA

2007 Mitsubishi Evo

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,853 mi
Last recorded117,853 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
Typical for 2007 Mitsubishi Evo82,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP479 VFA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelEvo
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2016 117,853 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

chassis legs rusty

inner sills rusty

Pass 1 Jun 2015 114,257 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 112,546 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 105,082 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres worn on edges

inner sills rusty

rear brake discs pitted

sill covers fitted

Pass 1 Oct 2010 97,813 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

under side of car showing signs of rust

Fail 22 Sep 2009 88,821 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 88,821 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 82,656 miles

advise nearside rear tyre getting near limit

Fail 25 Sep 2008 82,621 miles

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)

advise nearside rear tyre getting near limit

Pass 29 Sep 2007 129,949 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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P479 VFA is a 2007 Mitsubishi Evo in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Mitsubishi Evo models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 82,621 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P479 VFA, 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 19 years old, this Mitsubishi Evo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P479 VFA registered?

P479 VFA is a 2007 Mitsubishi Evo, first registered on 1 October 2007.

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