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DC53 DLU

2004 Mitsubishi Space Star

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,639 mi
Last recorded57,639 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2017
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Space Star60,547 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC53 DLU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Star
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 12 Jan 2017 57,639 miles

Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and offside (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 54,215 miles

Dent to offside front inner wheel rim

Rough operation of handbrake cables

Slight leaks from offside and nearside driveshaft gaiters

Surface corrosion on offside and nearside front coil springs

Pass 9 Jan 2015 37,431 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 28,262 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 23,047 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

slight binding rear brakes

slight wear on inner edge of front tyres

Pass 16 Jan 2012 18,880 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 15,989 miles

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

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

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

offside rear brake sticking

Pass 19 Jan 2010 13,730 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 4,944 miles

n/s rear tyre wall poor

Pass 4 Jan 2007 27,579 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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DC53 DLU is a 2004 Mitsubishi Space Star in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Space Star models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 60,547 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 DC53 DLU, 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 22 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 DC53 DLU registered?

DC53 DLU is a 2004 Mitsubishi Space Star, first registered on 26 January 2004.

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