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R475 RBY

1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2018
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

115,702 mi
Last recorded115,702 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2017
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon96,733 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR475 RBY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Wagon
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2017 115,702 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 115,702 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 113,664 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 113,664 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 5 Jun 2013 113,657 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 113,657 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 113,507 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 113,507 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 23 Mar 2009 110,057 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 110,057 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 109,791 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

emissions test failed 1st test passed 2nd test

offside front tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 19 Feb 2008 102,814 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 102,666 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2007 93,073 miles

Offside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 83,079 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Space Wagon?

Based on 151,903 MOT tests across 18,779 vehicles.

65.0%
Pass Rate
6,238
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
18,779
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,795
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,161
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,134
Stop lamp not working 7,882
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,067
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R475 RBY is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 96,733 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 Wagon fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,795 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R475 RBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Space Wagon typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Space Wagon is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R475 RBY?

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What year was R475 RBY registered?

R475 RBY is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, first registered on 27 January 1998.

Is R475 RBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R475 RBY shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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