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R420 TAC

1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

71,008 mi
Last recorded71,008 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2016
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner83,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR420 TAC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Runner
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2016 71,008 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

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

door handles have sharp edges

Fail 21 Jan 2016 71,008 miles

Ball joint has excessive play BOTH INNER STEERING (2.2.B.1f)

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)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

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

door handles have sharp edges

Pass 5 Nov 2014 59,428 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both front outer door handles damaged

Pass 11 Nov 2013 44,169 miles

Significant oil leak visible

Fail 7 Nov 2013 44,169 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Significant oil leak visible

Pass 31 Oct 2012 28,207 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 30 Oct 2012 28,207 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

both front tyres bald on inner edges

Pass 13 Sep 2011 13,160 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

headlamps have beam converters

Pass 22 Dec 2008 10,519 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2008 10,519 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Coolant leak

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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R420 TAC is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 83,059 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 R420 TAC, 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 28 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 R420 TAC registered?

R420 TAC is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner, first registered on 9 September 1998.

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