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P79 SAG

1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner

Red Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,274 mi
Last recorded79,274 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner85,858 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP79 SAG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Runner
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Fail 21 Mar 2024 79,274 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filler neck ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 79,043 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filler neck ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring lower seat (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring lower base (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 21 Mar 2022 78,849 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 78,703 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leak from rocker cover . (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 78,551 miles

Coolant leak leak from radiator. ()

Pass 29 Mar 2019 74,044 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 74,044 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 19 Mar 2019 74,038 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Blow in center of exhaust failed first emissions run (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated Corroded leaving a hole by inner sill (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 69,437 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 64,859 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 60,017 miles

Rear rear metal fuel filler pipe corroded under boot floor

Pass 16 Mar 2015 55,261 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside front tyre is worn on inner edge 185/70/14 88H

Pass 18 Mar 2014 51,828 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both inner sides, sills corroded

Fail 14 Mar 2014 51,787 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both inner sides, sills corroded

Pass 21 Mar 2013 49,640 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 49,622 miles

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

front to rear brake pipes corroding

n/s/f brake pipe corroding

n/s/r brake pipe corroding

Pass 19 Mar 2012 48,736 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 48,238 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2011 48,236 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 47,831 miles

o/s/f brake pipe corroding

Pass 13 Mar 2009 46,237 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 44,309 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2007 42,161 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2006 38,586 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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P79 SAG is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner in Red with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P79 SAG, 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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P79 SAG is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner, first registered on 1 January 1997.

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