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DF53 HWJ

2003 Mitsubishi Space Star

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

97,701 mi
Last recorded97,701 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star62,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 HWJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Star
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2016 97,701 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 85,755 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 75,542 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Jan 2014 75,520 miles

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

Offside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 63,254 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 51,298 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 42,108 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 42,096 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 31,342 miles

offside front worn on inner edge also cracking in tread

offside rear tyre cracking on inner and outer shoulders

undertray fitted limiting inspection

Pass 5 Sep 2008 25,603 miles

n/s/r tyre sidewall damage

Pass 30 Aug 2007 16,705 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 16,700 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 15,645 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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DF53 HWJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DF53 HWJ, 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 DF53 HWJ registered?

DF53 HWJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star, first registered on 24 December 2003.

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The MOT history for DF53 HWJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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