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AK51 HVJ

2002 Mitsubishi Space Star

Silver Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

66,575 mi
Last recorded66,575 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2016
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Space Star63,473 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 HVJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Star
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2016 66,575 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2016 66,564 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 53,309 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 39,633 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 39,633 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 39,436 miles

both nearside and offside rear tyres all deteriorating and cracking

Pass 16 Dec 2011 38,848 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2011 38,848 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

hand brake long travel

Pass 16 Dec 2010 37,571 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 35,863 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 31,622 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2008 33,342 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front suspension has a loose unit in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.3b)

Pass 21 Dec 2007 31,622 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 29,097 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 26,824 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2005 26,824 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Space Star?

Based on 269,279 MOT tests across 17,425 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,693
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
17,425
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12,118
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 9,055
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,608
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,144
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 7,171
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AK51 HVJ is a 2002 Mitsubishi Space Star in Silver with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Space Star models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 63,473 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Space Star fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 12,118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK51 HVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Space Star typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Space Star is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AK51 HVJ?

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What year was AK51 HVJ registered?

AK51 HVJ is a 2002 Mitsubishi Space Star, first registered on 12 January 2002.

Is AK51 HVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK51 HVJ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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