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R5 EVO

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Yellow Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2022
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,127 mi
Last recorded33,127 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2021 33,127 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 29,440 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 25,585 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 20,277 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 17,015 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 12,069 miles

centre exhaust gasket blowing

Pass 2 Sep 2015 7,958 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 4,274 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 4,012 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 3,262 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 2,160 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 1,863 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 1,349 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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R5 EVO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Yellow with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R5 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R5 EVO registered?

R5 EVO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 2 October 2003.

Is R5 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R5 EVO shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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