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RE02 EVO

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

83,334 mi
Last recorded83,334 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer54,679 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE02 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 83,334 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 80,900 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 76,001 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all tyres 2 -2.5 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2017 74,420 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 70,266 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 64,720 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 55,846 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 48,885 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 45,359 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 44,342 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 42,068 miles

chips in screen outside zone A

Fail 23 Mar 2010 42,062 miles

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

chips in screen outside zone A

Fail 31 Mar 2009 39,944 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

front subframe is corroded

left and right side front tyres are worn

left and right side rear brake hoses foul rear suspension

right side dipped headlamp aim is on upper limit

spare tyre is different size

Pass 31 Mar 2009 39,944 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front subframe is corroded

left and right side front tyres are worn

left and right side rear brake hoses foul rear suspension

right side dipped headlamp aim is on upper limit

spare tyre is different size

Pass 28 Mar 2008 38,748 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 35,560 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 29,657 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Lancer?

Based on 382,912 MOT tests across 33,260 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
5,235
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
33,260
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,095
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,710
position lamp(s) not working 4,694
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4,425
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,236
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RE02 EVO is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 54,679 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Lancer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,095 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RE02 EVO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Lancer typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RE02 EVO registered?

RE02 EVO is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 24 April 2002.

Is RE02 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE02 EVO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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