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Y7 EVO

2001 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,317 mi
Last recorded49,317 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer64,323 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY7 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 49,317 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 49,165 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 49,045 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 48,636 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 47,629 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 47,214 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 46,943 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 46,628 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 46,605 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 46,603 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 45,696 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 45,696 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 45,684 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 44,701 miles

both front tyres worn inner edges

Pass 17 Apr 2009 42,576 miles

child seat fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2008 40,480 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 39,456 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 36,263 miles

slight play in o/s rear hub assembly.

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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Y7 EVO is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 64,323 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 Y7 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 25 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 Y7 EVO registered?

Y7 EVO is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 18 May 2001.

Is Y7 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y7 EVO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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