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DE03 FEF

2003 Mitsubishi Space Star

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

100,705 mi
Last recorded100,705 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star62,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 FEF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Star
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2015 100,705 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge (195/55/15)

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge (195/55/15)

Oil leak

Oil leak around nearside front driveshaft seal

Fail 12 Feb 2015 100,656 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge (195/55/15)

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge (195/55/15)

Oil leak

Oil leak around nearside front driveshaft seal

Pass 21 Jan 2014 91,002 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 81,876 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 73,482 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 65,402 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 65,402 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside rear brake binding

Pass 6 Feb 2010 56,786 miles

secured offside cv boot at customers request

Fail 6 Feb 2010 56,786 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

secured offside cv boot at customers request

Pass 16 Feb 2009 46,035 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 46,035 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 34,488 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 32,322 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 26 Mar 2007 32,322 miles

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

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 28 Mar 2006 29,317 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 29,317 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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DE03 FEF is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 DE03 FEF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE03 FEF registered?

DE03 FEF is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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