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P363 VMJ

1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner

Red Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

138,638 mi
Last recorded138,638 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2012
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner85,858 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP363 VMJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Runner
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2012 138,638 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 135,446 miles

see previous vt32

Fail 15 Sep 2011 135,423 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 131,933 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Sep 2010 131,928 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 128,827 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 125,556 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 12,556 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2007 121,729 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front number plate cracked

Fail 12 Sep 2007 121,729 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

front number plate cracked

Pass 18 Sep 2006 117,802 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 11,778 miles

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

Offside Front 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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P363 VMJ is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner in Red with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 P363 VMJ, 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 P363 VMJ registered?

P363 VMJ is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner, first registered on 30 June 1997.

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The MOT history for P363 VMJ shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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