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R463 MDE

1998 Mitsubishi Evo

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

53,363 mi
Last recorded53,363 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Evo82,453 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR463 MDE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelEvo
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 53,363 miles

GENERAL CORROSION UNDER CAR

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 53,301 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 53,242 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 53,183 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 53,141 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 52,335 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 51,458 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 51,172 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 50,362 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 49,468 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 47,614 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 47,143 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 46,051 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 44,497 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007
Fail 24 Jan 2007

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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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R463 MDE is a 1998 Mitsubishi Evo in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Evo models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 82,453 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 R463 MDE, 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 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Evo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R463 MDE registered?

R463 MDE is a 1998 Mitsubishi Evo, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R463 MDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R463 MDE shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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