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DG53 OCA

2003 Mitsubishi Space Star

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

163,843 mi
Last recorded163,843 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star62,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 OCA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Star
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2018 163,843 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 152,571 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 136,439 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 120,857 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 120,855 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 106,198 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 88,003 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, 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)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

distortion front discs

Pass 8 Jul 2013 88,003 miles

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

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

distortion front discs

Pass 11 Jul 2012 73,072 miles

n/s/r tyre cracked..o/s/r tyre worn inner edge/slight distortion

Fail 11 Jul 2012 73,072 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

n/s/r tyre cracked..o/s/r tyre worn inner edge/slight distortion

Pass 20 Jul 2011 62,283 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 54,123 miles

tyres /uneven wear

Pass 24 Aug 2009 43,567 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 33,690 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 25,225 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 25,225 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 18,737 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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DG53 OCA is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 DG53 OCA, 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 DG53 OCA registered?

DG53 OCA is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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The MOT history for DG53 OCA shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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