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BP53 LEJ

2004 Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar

Black Diesel 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2023
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

132,008 mi
Last recorded132,008 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2022
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar45,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP53 LEJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt Spacestar
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2022 132,008 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underbody corrsion

Fail 10 Oct 2022 132,007 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner seal marked in yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner seal marked in yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underbody corrsion

Pass 18 Oct 2021 130,408 miles

power steering noisy

Pass 26 Oct 2020 128,918 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 128,918 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 127,669 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 127,667 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 125,724 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 120,087 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 112,927 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

corrosion rear brake pipes

Pass 22 Jan 2015 103,798 miles

N\s\r seat belt not tested as child seat fitted

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Jan 2015 103,798 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

N\s\r seat belt not tested as child seat fitted

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 95,090 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 86,366 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 77,052 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 70,086 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 60,736 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 60,736 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2009 51,174 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 41,824 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 41,824 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 30,419 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 30,419 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar?

Based on 26,421 MOT tests across 2,271 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
5,774
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,271
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,091
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,756
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 1,565
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,068
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 1,055
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BP53 LEJ is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar in Black with a 1,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 45,346 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,091 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BP53 LEJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BP53 LEJ is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar, first registered on 16 January 2004.

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