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R326 OAY

1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner

Silver Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

72,914 mi
Last recorded72,914 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner85,858 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR326 OAY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Runner
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 72,914 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 72,108 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2017 70,651 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 68,867 miles

Nearside Rear Lower inner wheel arch , not in prescribed area

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately inner wheelarch (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 67,115 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 75 percent worn (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower wheelarch (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.2.6)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 63,944 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2014 63,944 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 60,831 miles

general corrosion

Pass 6 Jul 2012 57,778 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 55,036 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 50,861 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 49,485 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 48,968 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 46,930 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2007 44,146 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 39,578 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 35,155 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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R326 OAY is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner in Silver with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R326 OAY, 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 R326 OAY registered?

R326 OAY is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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