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FG51 BCX

2001 Mitsubishi Space Star

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

84,680 mi
Last recorded84,680 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2011
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Space Star65,032 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 BCX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Star
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2011 84,680 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 84,680 miles

Nearside Front Upper Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 76,442 miles

rear bumper damaged

Fail 22 Sep 2010 76,442 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

rear bumper damaged

Fail 16 Sep 2009 67,348 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 67,348 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 58,055 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 58,055 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 49,356 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 39,741 miles

rear brakes require adjustment

Fail 26 Sep 2006 39,741 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

rear brakes require adjustment

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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FG51 BCX is a 2001 Mitsubishi Space Star in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Space Star models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 65,032 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 FG51 BCX, 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 25 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 FG51 BCX registered?

FG51 BCX is a 2001 Mitsubishi Space Star, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is FG51 BCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG51 BCX shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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