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P426 VGN

1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner

Blue Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

135,499 mi
Last recorded135,499 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner85,858 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP426 VGN
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Runner
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2016 135,499 miles

all rubber boots slightly deteriorated

oil leak

steering / suspension has play

vehicle structure slightly corroded

Pass 24 Oct 2015 132,671 miles

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

all rubber boots slightly deteriated

both front floors slight corrosion

play in both front inner steering joints

Pass 16 Aug 2014 129,901 miles

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

all rubber boots slightly deteriorated

both front floors slightly corroded

wipers smeary

Pass 1 Jun 2013 128,024 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

o/s/r footbrake lazy

rear brake application slightly uneven

steering / suspension has slight play

Pass 29 May 2012 123,608 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 115,736 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2010 100,370 miles

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 9 Mar 2009 89,639 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Mar 2009 89,639 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2008 76,590 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2007 67,420 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 61,005 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

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

Pass 24 May 2006 61,005 miles

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

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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P426 VGN is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner in Blue with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P426 VGN, 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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P426 VGN is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner, first registered on 10 June 1997.

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