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L965 ARU

1993 Mitsubishi Space Runner

Silver Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

70,201 mi
Last recorded70,201 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1993 Mitsubishi Space Runner100,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL965 ARU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Runner
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 70,201 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

corrosion n/s/f

Pass 23 Jul 2025 70,069 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 69,906 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 69,791 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 69,401 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 69,093 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 68,239 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 67,251 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 65,391 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 63,360 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 60,754 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 60,245 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 59,778 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 59,224 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 58,414 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 58,338 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 57,992 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 57,765 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 57,198 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 54,621 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2007 51,637 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 48,331 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 48,261 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Space Runner?

Based on 18,113 MOT tests across 2,340 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
4,832
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
2,340
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,458
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,453
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,394
Stop lamp not working 814
Steering rack gaiter split 786
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L965 ARU is a 1993 Mitsubishi Space Runner in Silver with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1993 Mitsubishi Space Runner models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 100,856 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Space Runner fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,458 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L965 ARU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Space Runner typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 33 years old, this Mitsubishi Space Runner is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L965 ARU registered?

L965 ARU is a 1993 Mitsubishi Space Runner, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L965 ARU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L965 ARU shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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