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P279 VGP

1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

105,716 mi
Last recorded105,716 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon101,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP279 VGP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Wagon
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2011 105,716 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 96,596 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 84,301 miles

both front wiper blades noted split

exhaust rusty

front number plate damaged

r/n/s tyre badly worn at inner edge

Fail 31 Jan 2009 84,165 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

both front tyres low on tread and badly perished

c/o very irratick

exhaust rusty

front number plate damaged

r/n/s tyre badly worn at inner edge

Pass 9 Feb 2008 74,067 miles

exhaust rusty

front number plate damaged

front tyres 60% worn

Pass 9 Feb 2007 68,001 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Feb 2006 60,520 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Space Wagon?

Based on 151,903 MOT tests across 18,779 vehicles.

65.0%
Pass Rate
6,238
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
18,779
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,795
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,161
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,134
Stop lamp not working 7,882
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,067
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P279 VGP is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 101,810 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Space Wagon fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,795 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P279 VGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Space Wagon typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Mitsubishi Space Wagon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P279 VGP registered?

P279 VGP is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, first registered on 24 April 1997.

Is P279 VGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P279 VGP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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