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R623 AKR

1998 Mitsubishi Evolution

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

123,199 mi
Last recorded123,199 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2024
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Evolution79,894 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR623 AKR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelEvolution
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2024 123,199 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 123,198 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 118,317 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 118,317 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 113,864 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 108,715 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

boot loaded

brake test carried out by decelerometer - 4x4

plastic sill covers

Fail 18 Jul 2013 108,715 miles

plastic sill covers

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

boot loaded

brake test carried out by decelerometer - 4x4

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Evolution?

Based on 2,801 MOT tests across 291 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
2,390
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
291
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 94
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 76
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 68
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 58
Brake pipe excessively corroded 55
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R623 AKR is a 1998 Mitsubishi Evolution in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Evolution models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 79,894 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Evolution fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R623 AKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Evolution typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Evolution is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R623 AKR registered?

R623 AKR is a 1998 Mitsubishi Evolution, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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The MOT history for R623 AKR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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