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N779 VLJ

1996 Mitsubishi Space Star

Black Diesel 2830cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

163,013 mi
Last recorded163,013 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN779 VLJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Star
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,830cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2022 163,013 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 162,987 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front suspension components rusty

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear suspension components rusty

Underside of vehicle has slight surface rust

Pass 24 Mar 2018 162,751 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 154,834 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 146,126 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 136,670 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 136,665 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 125,756 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 110,925 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 112,551 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 112,551 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 102,296 miles

Brake pedal pad worn

Fail 19 Oct 2009 102,296 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Brake pedal pad worn

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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N779 VLJ is a 1996 Mitsubishi Space Star in Black with a 2,830cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 N779 VLJ, 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 30 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 N779 VLJ registered?

N779 VLJ is a 1996 Mitsubishi Space Star, first registered on 30 July 1996.

Is N779 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N779 VLJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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