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R56 LFP

1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

156,053 mi
Last recorded156,053 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2016
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon96,733 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR56 LFP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Wagon
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2016 156,053 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 156,053 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 151,434 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 143,641 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

rear offside tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 3 Jan 2013 137,994 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 131,046 miles

both nearside tyres starting to perish/crack

Fail 17 Jan 2012 131,046 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

both nearside tyres starting to perish/crack

Pass 15 Feb 2011 126,315 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2010 120,461 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 116,009 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 103,755 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 96,955 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 28 Mar 2006 96,955 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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R56 LFP is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R56 LFP, 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

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What year was R56 LFP registered?

R56 LFP is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, first registered on 28 April 1998.

Is R56 LFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R56 LFP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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