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DF52 HFH

2003 Mitsubishi Space Star

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

103,643 mi
Last recorded103,643 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star62,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF52 HFH
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Star
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2015 103,643 miles

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

both wipers torn

Fail 19 Jan 2015 103,643 miles

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

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

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

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

both wipers torn

Pass 4 Jun 2013 94,773 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 3 Jun 2013 94,773 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 1 Jun 2012 87,105 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

rear bumper broken but no protruding sharp edge

Fail 1 Jun 2012 87,105 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

rear bumper broken but no protruding sharp edge

Pass 14 Mar 2011 80,355 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 77,691 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 77,689 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2009 74,310 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 74,310 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2008 70,590 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 70,590 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2007 50,779 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 30,429 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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DF52 HFH is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DF52 HFH, 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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DF52 HFH is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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