CarVerify

Free Car Check

GC02 EVO

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

81,888 mi
Last recorded81,888 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer54,679 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mitsubishi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC02 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 81,888 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 81,755 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 79,421 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 70,618 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 70,567 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 69,551 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 68,849 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 66,532 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 66,532 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 64,689 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 63,539 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 60,678 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 60,015 miles

brake pipes front to rear covered in paint

Pass 3 Oct 2009 58,521 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Sep 2008 50,239 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 40,212 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 32,690 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
Full Mitsubishi Lancer reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GC02 EVO is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GC02 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GC02 EVO?

You can check the full history of GC02 EVO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GC02 EVO registered?

GC02 EVO is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is GC02 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GC02 EVO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GC02 EVO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GC02 EVO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.