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R196 VEC

1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner

Red Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

98,806 mi
Last recorded98,806 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner85,858 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR196 VEC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Runner
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 18 Jul 2016 98,806 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 98,112 miles

off side front tyer

Pass 20 Aug 2013 95,109 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 92,370 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 89,013 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 88,867 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 81,782 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 74,264 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 69,702 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 65,895 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 65,893 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Oil level low.

Radiator condition suspect.

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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R196 VEC is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner in Red with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 R196 VEC, 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 R196 VEC registered?

R196 VEC is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner, first registered on 29 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R196 VEC shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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