Mitsubishi Space Gear Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mitsubishi Space Gear reliable? We analysed 3,228 real MOT tests across 221 vehicles to find out.
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The Mitsubishi Space Gear is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include steering rack gaiter split, brake pipe excessively corroded and fog lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mitsubishi Space Gear.
Mitsubishi Space Gear Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mitsubishi Space Gear. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mitsubishi Space Gear MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mitsubishi Space Gear to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mitsubishi Space Gear Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mitsubishi Space Gear fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mitsubishi Space Gear Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mitsubishi Space Gear owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mitsubishi Space Gear MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mitsubishi Space Gear year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 94 | 61.7% | 121,538 | 142,554 | 175,167 |
| 2007 | 149 | 63.8% | 92,508 | 112,754 | 135,862 |
| 2006 | 366 | 67.8% | 98,790 | 134,048 | 180,909 |
| 2005 | 618 | 62.1% | 103,908 | 133,545 | 156,976 |
| 2004 | 430 | 66.5% | 106,804 | 140,366 | 178,078 |
| 2003 | 366 | 65.3% | 108,502 | 136,268 | 169,801 |
| 2002 | 55 | 69.1% | 95,604 | 107,046 | 148,547 |
| 1996 | 156 | 67.3% | 94,256 | 118,259 | 155,725 |
| 1995 | 427 | 65.3% | 117,888 | 151,485 | 184,863 |
| 1994 | 470 | 61.5% | 92,244 | 127,230 | 162,852 |
How Long Does a Mitsubishi Space Gear Last?
Based on 221 Mitsubishi Space Gear vehicles on UK roads.
Mitsubishi Space Gear Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mitsubishi Space Gear 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 Space Gear
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
69.1% MOT pass rate from 55 tests
61.5% MOT pass rate from 470 tests
The best year to buy a used Mitsubishi Space Gear is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 69.1% across 55 tests. The 1994 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Mitsubishi Space Gear Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Space Gear THIS CAR | 64.7% | 3,228 | 134,721 mi | 32 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 |
| Ford Transit Custom 290SPRT Eblue A | 85.1% | 3,657 | 45,392 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Mitsubishi L200 (74.1% pass rate) and the Mitsubishi Shogun (71.9% pass rate), the Mitsubishi Space Gear trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Mitsubishi Space Gear has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.7% across 3,228 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Mitsubishi Space Gear are steering rack gaiter split (182 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (181), and fog lamp not working (173). 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 Space Gear owner drives around 5,851 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 Space Gear models stay on UK roads for around 32 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.