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NC02 EVO

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

98,251 mi
Last recorded98,251 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer54,679 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC02 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 98,251 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 95,208 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 92,777 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 88,131 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 86,651 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2018 85,388 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge of (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 May 2017 83,223 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 80,247 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 77,470 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 73,598 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 68,893 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 68,893 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 63,404 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 54,852 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 46,254 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 24 Jul 2009 46,252 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 41,256 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 33,963 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 30,477 miles

rear ex mount one of two bolts sheared

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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NC02 EVO is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 NC02 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

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What year was NC02 EVO registered?

NC02 EVO is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 24 April 2002.

Is NC02 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC02 EVO shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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