Mitsubishi Spacewagon Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mitsubishi Spacewagon reliable? We analysed 1,039 real MOT tests across 124 vehicles to find out.
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The Mitsubishi Spacewagon is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, stop lamp not working and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mitsubishi Spacewagon.
Mitsubishi Spacewagon Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mitsubishi Spacewagon. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mitsubishi Spacewagon MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mitsubishi Spacewagon to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mitsubishi Spacewagon Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mitsubishi Spacewagon fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mitsubishi Spacewagon Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mitsubishi Spacewagon owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mitsubishi Spacewagon MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mitsubishi Spacewagon year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 108 | 73.1% | 64,628 | 85,354 | 105,316 |
| 2002 | 84 | 66.7% | 63,057 | 83,976 | 112,463 |
| 2001 | 67 | 77.6% | 73,628 | 91,328 | 115,042 |
| 2000 | 158 | 70.3% | 68,173 | 94,284 | 112,068 |
| 1999 | 198 | 66.7% | 66,466 | 92,203 | 117,802 |
| 1995 | 51 | 74.5% | 91,076 | 104,586 | 129,476 |
| 1994 | 98 | 62.2% | 86,196 | 118,123 | 140,477 |
How Long Does a Mitsubishi Spacewagon Last?
Based on 124 Mitsubishi Spacewagon vehicles on UK roads.
Mitsubishi Spacewagon Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mitsubishi Spacewagon 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 Spacewagon
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
77.6% MOT pass rate from 67 tests
62.2% MOT pass rate from 98 tests
The best year to buy a used Mitsubishi Spacewagon is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.6% across 67 tests. The 1994 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Mitsubishi Spacewagon Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Spacewagon THIS CAR | 67.2% | 1,039 | 98,357 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 |
| Suzuki Gsr 750 L3 | 89.1% | 1,269 | 10,214 mi | 13 yrs |
Compared to the Mitsubishi L200 (74.1% pass rate) and the Mitsubishi Shogun (71.9% pass rate), the Mitsubishi Spacewagon trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Mitsubishi Spacewagon has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.2% across 1,039 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Mitsubishi Spacewagon are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (80 recorded failures), stop lamp not working (47), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (45). 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 Spacewagon owner drives around 6,299 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 Spacewagon 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.