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P389 MBU

1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner

White Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

119,684 mi
Last recorded119,684 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2014
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner85,858 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP389 MBU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Runner
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2014 119,684 miles

fuel tank filler pipe corroded,but not leaking,

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edges.

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edges.

Fail 25 Feb 2014 119,684 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

fuel tank filler pipe corroded,but not leaking,

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edges.

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edges.

Pass 21 Feb 2013 118,375 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 118,375 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 116,654 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 116,654 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 114,951 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Fail 18 Feb 2011 114,951 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2010 112,815 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 110,134 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 107,693 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 103,961 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 89,657 miles

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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P389 MBU is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner in White with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 P389 MBU, 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 P389 MBU registered?

P389 MBU is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner, first registered on 29 May 1997.

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The MOT history for P389 MBU 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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