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P275 VGP

1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner

Blue Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

142,008 mi
Last recorded142,008 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner85,858 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP275 VGP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Runner
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 22 Apr 2015 142,008 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2015 142,008 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Apr 2014 130,230 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 22 Apr 2013 118,120 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 118,120 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 106,079 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 106,079 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 90,099 miles

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 77,864 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 77,864 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre worn on outer edges.

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 71,672 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 64,444 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 57,180 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 57,180 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

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

Spare tyre defective

park brake lever high

Pass 25 Apr 2006 50,180 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 50,180 miles

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

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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P275 VGP is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner in Blue with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 85,858 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 Runner fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,458 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P275 VGP, 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 29 years old, this Mitsubishi Space Runner is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P275 VGP is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner, first registered on 2 May 1997.

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The MOT history for P275 VGP shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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