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P538 KSD

1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner

Blue Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

50,651 mi
Last recorded50,651 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2014
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner90,801 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP538 KSD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Runner
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2014 50,651 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 49,026 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 49,026 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 47,028 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 47,028 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 emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 44,848 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 44,848 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front crossmember holed and corroded

Pass 19 Apr 2010 40,104 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 40,104 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Apr 2009 38,440 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 38,440 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 36,771 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 35,063 miles

Nearside Rear Torsion bar attachment bracket loose (2.4.E.4a)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 35,063 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 32,766 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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P538 KSD is a 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner in Blue with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P538 KSD, 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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What year was P538 KSD registered?

P538 KSD is a 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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The MOT history for P538 KSD shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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