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EK52 GVJ

2002 Mitsubishi Space Star

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

111,612 mi
Last recorded111,612 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2014
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Space Star63,473 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK52 GVJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Star
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2014 111,612 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 5 Dec 2014 111,433 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

oil leak from sump

Pass 27 Nov 2013 101,069 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 83,270 miles

exhaust bracket broken

Pass 12 Nov 2011 59,471 miles

N/S/F brake binding slightly

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 29 Nov 2010 47,456 miles

n/s/f brake binding

Pass 27 Jun 2009 27,186 miles

bonnet damaged but latches ok

Pass 7 Jul 2008 21,621 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2007 18,477 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 16,370 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 13,997 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2005 13,996 miles

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

Offside Front 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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EK52 GVJ is a 2002 Mitsubishi Space Star in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 EK52 GVJ, 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.

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What year was EK52 GVJ registered?

EK52 GVJ is a 2002 Mitsubishi Space Star, first registered on 26 September 2002.

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