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R189 WBW

1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner

Silver Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

113,498 mi
Last recorded113,498 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2014
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner85,858 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR189 WBW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Runner
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 17 Mar 2014 113,498 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Small rust spot on N/S/F Sill

Pass 6 Mar 2013 105,900 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 105,826 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)

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)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 100,295 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 100,295 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 94,988 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 88,843 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 83,157 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 83,157 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 74,182 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 65,445 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 65,440 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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R189 WBW is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner in Silver with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 R189 WBW, 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 R189 WBW registered?

R189 WBW is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner, first registered on 10 October 1997.

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