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R657 OVJ

1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner

Silver Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

88,748 mi
Last recorded88,748 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2011
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner83,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR657 OVJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Runner
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Oct 2011 88,748 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2011 88,748 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 86,562 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 86,562 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 76,630 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 76,630 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2008 67,383 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 60,156 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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R657 OVJ is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner in Silver with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R657 OVJ, 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 R657 OVJ registered?

R657 OVJ is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner, first registered on 5 January 1998.

Is R657 OVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R657 OVJ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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