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WX03 WEJ

2003 Mitsubishi Evo

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,044 mi
Last recorded91,044 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Evo64,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX03 WEJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelEvo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2017 91,044 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear chassis corroded (2.4.A.3)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive both front floors corroded (2.4.A.3)

sill covers fitted

Pass 12 Mar 2016 80,044 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

child seat fitted to o/s.r

metal number plates fitted

Pass 10 Mar 2015 79,044 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 69,283 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 100,280 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 93,007 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Jun 2012 92,993 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 May 2011 80,274 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 77,062 miles

o/s front disc slightly cracked

Fail 24 Jun 2010 77,062 miles

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

o/s front disc slightly cracked

Pass 11 May 2009 69,534 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 May 2008 62,598 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 55,115 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 50,210 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 50,210 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Evo?

Based on 5,828 MOT tests across 539 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
2,296
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
539
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 195
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 141
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 125
fog lamp not working 121
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 121
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WX03 WEJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi Evo in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Evo models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 64,260 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 Evo fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 195 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX03 WEJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Evo typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Evo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WX03 WEJ registered?

WX03 WEJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi Evo, first registered on 16 June 2003.

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