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R499 KMV

1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner

Black Diesel 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

116,376 mi
Last recorded116,376 miles
Recorded on1 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner85,858 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR499 KMV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Runner
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2013 116,376 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 22 Mar 2012 113,025 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 113,025 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 107,784 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 107,781 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 99,948 miles

Track rod end damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 92,899 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2008 92,859 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2007 85,832 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2007 85,832 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 72,427 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2006 70,008 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 70,008 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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R499 KMV is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner in Black with a 1,834cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R499 KMV, 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 R499 KMV registered?

R499 KMV is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner, first registered on 1 December 1997.

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