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FA52 BCV

2003 Mitsubishi Space Star

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,453 mi
Last recorded63,453 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star62,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA52 BCV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Star
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 63,453 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Jun 2019 63,453 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 61,315 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 59,947 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 59,947 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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 20 Jun 2016 57,118 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 57,118 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2015 53,464 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 49,401 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 49,401 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2013 45,361 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2013 45,361 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 24 May 2012 41,208 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 35,529 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 35,494 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 May 2010 28,138 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 24,397 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 19,687 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 19,687 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 14,707 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 10,014 miles

nail in tyre

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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FA52 BCV is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FA52 BCV, 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 FA52 BCV registered?

FA52 BCV is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star, first registered on 13 February 2003.

Is FA52 BCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA52 BCV shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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