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DF51 FRV

2002 Mitsubishi Space Star

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

97,020 mi
Last recorded97,020 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2014
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Space Star63,473 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF51 FRV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Star
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2014 97,020 miles

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

clutch slipping

Fail 14 Oct 2014 97,018 miles

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

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

clutch slipping

Pass 16 Oct 2013 91,364 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 91,364 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 84,859 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 78,085 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 74,848 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 74,848 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 68,468 miles

bad oil leak on engine

engine managment lamp illuminnated

Fail 19 Aug 2009 68,468 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

bad oil leak on engine

engine managment lamp illuminnated

Pass 3 Jun 2008 61,730 miles

Oil leak

o/s and n/s front tyres worn on edges

Pass 5 Jun 2007 53,041 miles

engine management light on

Pass 25 May 2006 45,113 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 45,113 miles

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

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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DF51 FRV is a 2002 Mitsubishi Space Star in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Space Star models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 63,473 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 DF51 FRV, 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 24 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 DF51 FRV registered?

DF51 FRV is a 2002 Mitsubishi Space Star, first registered on 31 January 2002.

Is DF51 FRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF51 FRV shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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