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M1 RVR

1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner

Blue Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

25,740 mi
Last recorded25,740 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner83,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM1 RVR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Runner
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 25,740 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 25,481 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 25,276 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 24,831 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 24,551 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear rear registration plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 17 Aug 2020 24,276 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 23,642 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 22,453 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair cylinders week (1.2.1 (c))

reverse lamp not working

Pass 15 Aug 2017 21,168 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 38,171 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 19,170 miles

both rear coil springs corroded

nearside rear tyre worn close to limit

offside rear tyre wearing close to limit

rear registration plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 26 Aug 2014 17,923 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 36,016 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 16,144 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 15,254 miles

slight leak from power steering rack

Fail 2 Aug 2011 15,254 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

slight leak from power steering rack

Pass 24 Aug 2010 14,079 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 13,283 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 12,301 miles

child seats fitted to rear seats

nearside rear tyre wearing on edges

Fail 22 Aug 2008 12,274 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

child seats fitted to rear seats

nearside rear tyre wearing on edges

Pass 29 Aug 2007 11,458 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 10,123 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2005 9,203 miles

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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M1 RVR is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner in Blue with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 83,059 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 M1 RVR, 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 28 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 M1 RVR registered?

M1 RVR is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is M1 RVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M1 RVR 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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