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YU05 UVE

2005 Mitsubishi Evolution

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

49,721 mi
Last recorded49,721 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Evolution59,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU05 UVE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelEvolution
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 49,721 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 49,586 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 49,578 miles
Fail 12 May 2020 49,578 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2019 49,228 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 47,111 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2017 45,149 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 43,287 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 42,456 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Aug 2013 37,357 miles

nail n/s/r tyre ..nail in shoulder o/s/r tyre

Pass 22 Aug 2012 30,558 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 26,854 miles

front brake discs worn thin

Pass 19 Aug 2010 25,068 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 18,797 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 7,849 miles

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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YU05 UVE is a 2005 Mitsubishi Evolution in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi Evolution models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 59,078 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YU05 UVE, 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 21 years old, this Mitsubishi Evolution is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YU05 UVE?

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What year was YU05 UVE registered?

YU05 UVE is a 2005 Mitsubishi Evolution, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is YU05 UVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU05 UVE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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