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R362 SDC

1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner

Silver Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

142,920 mi
Last recorded142,920 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2010
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner85,858 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR362 SDC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Runner
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2010 142,920 miles

osf rack arm slight wear

osf tyre close to wear indicators

Fail 27 Jul 2010 142,900 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

osf rack arm slight wear

osf tyre close to wear indicators

Pass 30 Jun 2009 13,885 miles

WEAR ON STEERING RACK

Pass 31 May 2008 133,777 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 133,777 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 has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2007 128,548 miles

see previous advise sheet 27/02/07

Fail 27 Feb 2007 128,542 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

slight play in o/s steering arm to rack joint †spare wheel missing †slight corrosion on both rear brake flexy ferruls †fuel filler neck corroded †o/s/r chassis rail corroded/peeling †

Pass 31 Jan 2006 119,375 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 119,375 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both rear tyres on legal of 1.6mm

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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R362 SDC is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner in Silver with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 R362 SDC, 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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R362 SDC is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner, first registered on 8 August 1997.

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