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WX53 FNL

2003 Mitsubishi Evo

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

99,117 mi
Last recorded99,117 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Evo64,260 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 FNL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelEvo
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 99,117 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 97,600 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 96,752 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 95,043 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 92,681 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 90,943 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 90,190 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 89,087 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 86,446 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 83,636 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 78,066 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 73,620 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 70,869 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 70,859 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 65,211 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

all brake discs slightly worn

Pass 10 Sep 2010 59,809 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 53,750 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 47,351 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 40,823 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 31,101 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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WX53 FNL is a 2003 Mitsubishi Evo in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Evo models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 64,260 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 WX53 FNL, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Evo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WX53 FNL registered?

WX53 FNL is a 2003 Mitsubishi Evo, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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