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P287 PLM

1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,138 mi
Last recorded70,138 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner85,858 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP287 PLM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Runner
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2014 70,138 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 70,112 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 66,261 miles

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 64,045 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Spare tyre defective

n/s/r tyre outer sidewall perished and scuffed.

Pass 20 Jun 2011 61,932 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 59,655 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 56,927 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 54,852 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 54,664 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 52,231 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s/r tyre sidewall splitting

Pass 22 Jun 2006 49,802 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 49,799 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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P287 PLM is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 P287 PLM, 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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What year was P287 PLM registered?

P287 PLM is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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The MOT history for P287 PLM shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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