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PF52 YJX

2003 Mitsubishi Evo

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

113,756 mi
Last recorded113,756 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Evo64,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF52 YJX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelEvo
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 113,756 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2026 113,756 miles

Driver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 113,411 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2024 113,411 miles

Driver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2023 112,289 miles

This vehicle has performance modifications / limited edition

Fail 18 Jul 2023 112,289 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

This vehicle has performance modifications / limited edition

Pass 21 Apr 2022 110,951 miles

Vehicle has performance modifications

Pass 30 Jan 2021 109,639 miles

This vehicle has performance modifications / limited edition

Fail 30 Jan 2021 109,639 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

This vehicle has performance modifications / limited edition

Pass 28 Jan 2020 108,637 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 Jan 2020 108,637 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 105,458 miles

This vehicle has performance modifications / limited edition

Fail 17 Oct 2018 105,458 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

This vehicle has performance modifications / limited edition

Pass 21 Oct 2017 101,677 miles

This vehicle has performance modifications / limited edition

Pass 24 Aug 2016 100,859 miles

This vehicle has performance modifications / limited edition

Fail 24 Aug 2016 100,859 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

This vehicle has performance modifications / limited edition

Pass 29 Jun 2015 97,199 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 95,060 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jan 2013 88,673 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 77,839 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jan 2012 77,839 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)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2011 72,959 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2009 65,647 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 48,230 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 30,276 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2007 30,276 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Pass 13 Dec 2006 17,986 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 22 Dec 2005 16,138 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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PF52 YJX is a 2003 Mitsubishi Evo in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 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 PF52 YJX, 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

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What year was PF52 YJX registered?

PF52 YJX is a 2003 Mitsubishi Evo, first registered on 1 January 2003.

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