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PJ02 EVO

2005 Mitsubishi Evo

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

41,932 mi
Last recorded41,932 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Evo55,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ02 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelEvo
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 41,932 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 38,666 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 36,530 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 34,948 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2020 33,526 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 33,514 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 33,936 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 33,709 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 33,700 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 33,601 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 32,500 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012
Pass 25 May 2011 33,465 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 32,761 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 27,640 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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PJ02 EVO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Evo in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi Evo models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 55,133 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 PJ02 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 21 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 PJ02 EVO registered?

PJ02 EVO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Evo, first registered on 1 October 2005.

Is PJ02 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ02 EVO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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