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R55 EVO

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

17,904 mi
Last recorded17,904 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2022
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer84,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR55 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2022 17,904 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 17,492 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 17,050 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 16,231 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 15,813 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 15,459 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 14,414 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 13,797 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 13,253 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 13,253 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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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R55 EVO is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 84,290 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 R55 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 28 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 R55 EVO registered?

R55 EVO is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is R55 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R55 EVO shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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