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R157 HBA

1998 Mitsubishi Evolution

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,525 mi
Last recorded64,525 miles
Recorded on5 May 2009
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Evolution79,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR157 HBA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelEvolution
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 5 May 2009 64,525 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 60,425 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Evolution?

Based on 2,801 MOT tests across 291 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
2,390
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
291
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 94
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 76
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 68
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 58
Brake pipe excessively corroded 55
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R157 HBA is a 1998 Mitsubishi Evolution in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Evolution models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 79,894 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Evolution fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R157 HBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Evolution typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Evolution is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R157 HBA registered?

R157 HBA is a 1998 Mitsubishi Evolution, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R157 HBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R157 HBA shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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