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DA53 JAO

2003 Mitsubishi Space Star

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

140,740 mi
Last recorded140,740 miles
Recorded on24 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star62,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 JAO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Star
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2021 140,740 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

underside waxyoiled

Pass 28 May 2020 136,376 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 128,664 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 114,736 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 104,381 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 98,183 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 89,677 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 85,154 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 85,154 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 77,079 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 77,067 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

no deisel reading recorded

Pass 23 Jul 2011 65,346 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 58,336 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 48,781 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 44,942 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 44,941 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Oct 2007 35,139 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 25,293 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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DA53 JAO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DA53 JAO, 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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What year was DA53 JAO registered?

DA53 JAO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star, first registered on 25 October 2003.

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