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EX53 VHD

2003 Mitsubishi Space Star

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

100,790 mi
Last recorded100,790 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star62,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 VHD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Star
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 100,790 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 30 Aug 2017 100,790 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 97,374 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 24 Aug 2016 97,364 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Aug 2015 92,529 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 89,256 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 89,256 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 86,334 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 83,554 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 77,251 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 77,251 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 69,855 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 61,411 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 53,221 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 53,221 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 39,626 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

advise perishing to both rear tyres

advise rear no plate fading

Pass 24 Aug 2006 21,993 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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EX53 VHD 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 70.6%.

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 EX53 VHD, 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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EX53 VHD is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star, first registered on 12 September 2003.

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