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EX55 VCL

2005 Mitsubishi Space Star

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

82,821 mi
Last recorded82,821 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star56,528 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 VCL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Star
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2016 82,821 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2016 82,829 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Registration plate lamp not working Both (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Dec 2015 69,283 miles

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

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Fail 5 Dec 2015 69,283 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2015 56,403 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014 44,056 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2013 28,884 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 27,028 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 27,028 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 20,613 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 20,613 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 15,724 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 15,724 miles

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

Front Upper Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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EX55 VCL is a 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 56,528 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EX55 VCL, 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 21 years old, this Mitsubishi Space Star is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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EX55 VCL is a 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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