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CX53 RUW

2003 Mitsubishi Space Star

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,840 mi
Last recorded91,840 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star62,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 RUW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Star
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Feb 2016 91,840 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 83,619 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 83,619 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 77,599 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 73,832 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 69,724 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 67,095 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner/outer edge

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 11 Feb 2010 63,009 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 10 Feb 2010 63,009 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 May 2009 53,904 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2008 37,087 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 20,908 miles

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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CX53 RUW is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 62,746 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 CX53 RUW, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Space Star is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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CX53 RUW is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star, first registered on 22 October 2003.

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