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FA52 EVO

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Yellow Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

95,984 mi
Last recorded95,984 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA52 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 95,984 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 93,729 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2023 91,935 miles

underside undersealed

Pass 17 Dec 2021 89,205 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2020 88,965 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 88,187 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 87,049 miles

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

Front number plate loose

battery secured by ratchet strap

mudflaps insecure

Pass 13 Jan 2015 79,683 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jan 2015 79,673 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

both front suspension strut top bearings are worn

Pass 18 Dec 2013 76,668 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 71,034 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 63,727 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 54,918 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 47,462 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 36,919 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 36,817 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 25,504 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 20,577 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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FA52 EVO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Yellow with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 59,836 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 FA52 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FA52 EVO registered?

FA52 EVO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is FA52 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA52 EVO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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