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R52 WKA

2002 Mitsubishi Evolution

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

74,618 mi
Last recorded74,618 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Evolution61,234 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR52 WKA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelEvolution
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 74,618 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 20 Jun 2026 74,618 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 21 Jun 2025 74,514 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 21 Jun 2025 74,514 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Nearside and offside (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play loose (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 74,088 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 3 Jun 2023 73,432 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing nearside and offside

Pass 20 Jun 2022 72,155 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 71,557 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2019 71,557 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 69,280 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 16 Nov 2018 69,280 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 62,660 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 4,653 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 3,633 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 506 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 55,869 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 52,634 miles

no rear seats fitted at time of test

Pass 15 Jul 2011 48,674 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 47,466 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 45,773 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 37,493 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 30,510 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 22,891 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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R52 WKA is a 2002 Mitsubishi Evolution in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Evolution models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 61,234 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 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 R52 WKA, 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 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Evolution is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R52 WKA registered?

R52 WKA is a 2002 Mitsubishi Evolution, first registered on 9 January 2002.

Is R52 WKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R52 WKA shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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