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R5 EXT

1999 Mitsubishi Evo

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

39,239 mi
Last recorded39,239 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi Evo81,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 EXT
MakeMitsubishi
ModelEvo
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 39,239 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 38,882 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 37,823 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 37,164 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 37,000 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 35,713 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 33,572 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 30,277 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 27,838 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 26,748 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 23,915 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 May 2012 20,075 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 16,444 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 16,444 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 2 Apr 2010 14,579 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 13,995 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 13,447 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 11,644 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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R5 EXT is a 1999 Mitsubishi Evo in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1999 Mitsubishi Evo models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 81,378 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 R5 EXT, 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 27 years old, this Mitsubishi Evo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R5 EXT registered?

R5 EXT is a 1999 Mitsubishi Evo, first registered on 6 January 1999.

Is R5 EXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R5 EXT shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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