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R493 HBA

1998 Mitsubishi Evolution

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,668 mi
Last recorded18,668 miles
Recorded on4 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Evolution79,894 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR493 HBA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelEvolution
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 4 May 2026 18,668 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 17,632 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 16,531 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 15,627 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 14,562 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 12,915 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 12,001 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 10,328 miles

Engine covers/Under-trays fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2016 9,702 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 7,888 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 7,725 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 6,981 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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R493 HBA is a 1998 Mitsubishi Evolution in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R493 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R493 HBA registered?

R493 HBA is a 1998 Mitsubishi Evolution, first registered on 10 March 1998.

Is R493 HBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R493 HBA shows 12 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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