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F278 LUR

1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon

Red Petrol 1755cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

141,323 mi
Last recorded141,323 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2005
Typical for 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon116,298 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF278 LUR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Wagon
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,755cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2005 141,323 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2005 141,323 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Space Wagon?

Based on 151,903 MOT tests across 18,779 vehicles.

65.0%
Pass Rate
6,238
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
18,779
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,795
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,161
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,134
Stop lamp not working 7,882
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,067
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F278 LUR is a 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon in Red with a 1,755cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.1% with a typical mileage of 116,298 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 Wagon fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,795 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F278 LUR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Space Wagon typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 37 years old, this Mitsubishi Space Wagon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F278 LUR?

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What year was F278 LUR registered?

F278 LUR is a 1989 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, first registered on 26 May 1989.

Is F278 LUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F278 LUR shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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