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S56 GUF

1999 Mitsubishi Evo

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

124,786 mi
Last recorded124,786 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi Evo81,378 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS56 GUF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelEvo
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 124,786 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2025 122,565 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 121,984 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 121,740 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 117,429 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 102,872 miles

Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 96,315 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 86,893 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 166,306 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Tie rod end (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 151,945 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 142,000 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 135,613 miles

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 135,613 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 129,662 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 121,874 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 112,265 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 112,265 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 10,063 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 22 Jun 2011 10,063 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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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S56 GUF is a 1999 Mitsubishi Evo in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 S56 GUF, 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.

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What year was S56 GUF registered?

S56 GUF is a 1999 Mitsubishi Evo, first registered on 1 February 1999.

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