MITSUBISHI EVO (1999)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 39 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
90%
Total Tests (2024)
39
Avg Mileage
95,478 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,240
Is the 1999 MITSUBISHI EVO reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MITSUBISHI brand average of 80%.
At 25 years old, 90% of MITSUBISHI EVOs from 1999 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 39 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 95,478 miles.
How does the 1999 MITSUBISHI EVO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1999 MITSUBISHI EVO has 95,478 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 185,000 miles for a 25-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 1999 MITSUBISHI EVO cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 1999 MITSUBISHI EVO
The 1999 MITSUBISHI EVO is a city car with a 0cc petrol engine. 39 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 9% of all 1999 cars for reliability.
With an average of 95,478 miles at 25 years old, MITSUBISHI EVO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
1999 MITSUBISHI EVO Fuel Costs
The modest 0cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 1999 MITSUBISHI EVO?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,240 (£103/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 1999 MITSUBISHI EVO
At 25 years old, the MITSUBISHI EVO is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 39 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1999 MITSUBISHI EVO
The MITSUBISHI EVO is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- JAGUAR XJ (2001) 79% pass rate (-11%) from 972 tests
- FORD MUSTANG (1999) 88% pass rate (-2%) from 101 tests