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WX53 GWG

2003 Mitsubishi Evo

Purple Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

86,368 mi
Last recorded86,368 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Evo64,260 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 GWG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelEvo
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 86,368 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 86,141 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 85,806 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 85,686 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 85,646 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 85,435 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 85,390 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 85,272 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 85,096 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 84,615 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 83,894 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 82,785 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 79,462 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 78,568 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2012 78,568 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 70,542 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 57,278 miles

hand-brake excessive travel

Pass 21 Oct 2008 48,275 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 38,789 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 38,789 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 30,203 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 GWG is a 2003 Mitsubishi Evo in Purple with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 GWG, 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 GWG registered?

WX53 GWG is a 2003 Mitsubishi Evo, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is WX53 GWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX53 GWG shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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