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P485 KTW

1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner

Blue Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

156,768 mi
Last recorded156,768 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2020
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner90,801 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP485 KTW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Runner
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Fail 1 Dec 2020 156,768 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired welding loose (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear whole rear suspension corroding

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 153,071 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 149,380 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 29 May 2018 149,380 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2017 145,723 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 142,182 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2016 142,182 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2015 139,078 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 139,031 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 133,559 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 133,559 miles

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

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

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 4 Oct 2012 127,889 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 122,104 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 122,104 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

screen damage ( border line pass )

Fail 5 Oct 2010 118,189 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine oily underneath

rear no plate in poor condition

Pass 5 Oct 2010 118,189 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine oily underneath

rear no plate in poor condition

Pass 1 Oct 2009 113,393 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2009 113,393 miles

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

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

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

Fail 6 Oct 2008 107,841 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Spare tyre defective

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 107,841 miles

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Spare tyre defective

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 100,645 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 100,645 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 94,659 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2005 87,628 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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P485 KTW is a 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner in Blue with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 90,801 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 P485 KTW, 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 30 years old, this Mitsubishi Space Runner is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P485 KTW is a 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner, first registered on 28 November 1996.

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