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DG53 OOU

2003 Mitsubishi Space Star

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

150,692 mi
Last recorded150,692 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star62,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 OOU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Star
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2022 150,692 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 146,706 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 141,525 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear back plate corroding

Offside Rear shock weeping

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Rear discs corroded on faces

oil leak from engine

Fail 21 Sep 2020 141,525 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear back plate corroding

Offside Rear shock weeping

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Rear discs corroded on faces

oil leak from engine

Pass 27 Sep 2019 135,141 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 132,431 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front brake discs corroded on inner edges

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear brake discs corroded

offside and nearside rear suspension arms top and bottom bushes started to crack up

Pass 23 Aug 2017 128,058 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 122,036 miles

brake discs worn and corroded

Pass 31 Mar 2015 109,850 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 99,340 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 89,343 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 85,440 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 85,440 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 72,869 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 67,846 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 60,577 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 52,067 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 42,300 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 OOU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OOU, 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 OOU registered?

DG53 OOU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star, first registered on 10 September 2003.

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