Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar reliable? We analysed 26,421 real MOT tests across 2,271 vehicles to find out.
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The Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar.
Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 132 | 67.4% | 34,594 | 69,884 | 91,882 |
| 2004 | 473 | 68.3% | 30,737 | 45,346 | 68,570 |
| 2003 | 179 | 76.0% | 43,796 | 68,710 | 92,800 |
| 2002 | 96 | 69.8% | 43,542 | 59,150 | 85,668 |
| 2001 | 1,985 | 65.7% | 50,141 | 68,925 | 91,447 |
| 2000 | 5,072 | 65.9% | 57,140 | 76,845 | 97,882 |
| 1999 | 18,213 | 66.3% | 59,088 | 77,718 | 97,928 |
| 1998 | 123 | 62.6% | 43,728 | 64,534 | 100,916 |
How Long Does a Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar Last?
Based on 2,271 Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar vehicles on UK roads.
Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.0% MOT pass rate from 179 tests
62.6% MOT pass rate from 123 tests
The best year to buy a used Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.0% across 179 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar THIS CAR | 66.3% | 26,421 | 76,344 mi | 27 yrs |
| Mitsubishi L200 | 74.1% | 1,362,678 | 80,302 mi | 29 yrs |
| Mitsubishi Shogun | 71.9% | 1,312,716 | 107,142 mi | 37 yrs |
| Mitsubishi Colt | 72.5% | 950,325 | 59,666 mi | 30 yrs |
| Peugeot Partner Professional Prem Bhdi | 77.9% | 16,275 | 52,284 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Mitsubishi L200 (74.1% pass rate) and the Mitsubishi Shogun (71.9% pass rate), the Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.3% across 26,421 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar are brake pipe excessively corroded (2,091 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (1,756), and constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (1,565). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar owner drives around 5,774 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar models stay on UK roads for around 27 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.