Mitsubishi Space Wagon Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mitsubishi Space Wagon reliable? We analysed 151,903 real MOT tests across 18,779 vehicles to find out.
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The Mitsubishi Space Wagon is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, brake pipe excessively corroded and suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Mitsubishi Space Wagon Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mitsubishi Space Wagon. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mitsubishi Space Wagon MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mitsubishi Space Wagon to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mitsubishi Space Wagon Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mitsubishi Space Wagon fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mitsubishi Space Wagon Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mitsubishi Space Wagon owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mitsubishi Space Wagon MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mitsubishi Space Wagon year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 107 | 63.6% | 58,310 | 73,536 | 97,986 |
| 2006 | 364 | 68.1% | 84,341 | 121,721 | 159,563 |
| 2005 | 513 | 62.8% | 83,606 | 121,052 | 152,982 |
| 2004 | 1,455 | 70.1% | 62,556 | 91,514 | 125,702 |
| 2003 | 10,521 | 71.1% | 50,712 | 75,478 | 103,130 |
| 2002 | 13,314 | 70.8% | 56,891 | 82,566 | 109,499 |
| 2001 | 11,331 | 68.6% | 61,075 | 82,674 | 106,991 |
| 2000 | 12,532 | 66.5% | 67,273 | 88,928 | 112,519 |
| 1999 | 16,679 | 64.5% | 71,729 | 92,018 | 114,663 |
| 1998 | 11,406 | 65.5% | 77,755 | 96,733 | 117,733 |
| 1997 | 16,908 | 64.7% | 82,975 | 101,810 | 123,859 |
| 1996 | 15,717 | 63.5% | 86,544 | 105,281 | 125,370 |
| 1995 | 12,371 | 62.4% | 93,756 | 112,614 | 133,319 |
| 1994 | 9,597 | 61.0% | 97,648 | 116,557 | 136,312 |
| 1993 | 9,199 | 60.3% | 100,856 | 121,958 | 143,626 |
| 1992 | 6,392 | 59.3% | 107,794 | 128,100 | 148,826 |
| 1991 | 1,735 | 59.4% | 100,549 | 122,602 | 147,588 |
| 1990 | 849 | 58.0% | 91,187 | 114,260 | 134,562 |
| 1989 | 342 | 61.1% | 98,432 | 116,298 | 138,744 |
| 1988 | 190 | 53.7% | 99,490 | 118,527 | 132,615 |
How Long Does a Mitsubishi Space Wagon Last?
Based on 18,779 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vehicles on UK roads.
Mitsubishi Space Wagon Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 Wagon
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
71.1% MOT pass rate from 10,521 tests
52.8% MOT pass rate from 142 tests
The best year to buy a used Mitsubishi Space Wagon is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 71.1% across 10,521 tests. The 1987 model year has the lowest pass rate at 52.8% — 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 Wagon Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Space Wagon THIS CAR | 65.0% | 151,903 | 100,271 mi | 36 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 |
| Seat Toledo | 72.3% | 266,761 | 88,937 mi | 33 yrs |
Compared to the Mitsubishi L200 (74.1% pass rate) and the Mitsubishi Shogun (71.9% pass rate), the Mitsubishi Space Wagon trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Mitsubishi Space Wagon has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.0% across 151,903 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Mitsubishi Space Wagon are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (13,795 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (10,161), and suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (8,134). 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 Wagon owner drives around 6,238 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 Wagon models stay on UK roads for around 36 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.