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R659 FGU

1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

115,626 mi
Last recorded115,626 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2014
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon96,733 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR659 FGU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Wagon
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2014 115,626 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 111,470 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear vehicle structure corroded

Fail 25 Mar 2014 111,180 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear vehicle structure corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2013 103,640 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 99,604 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 95,552 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 90,299 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 85,394 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 79,742 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 74,618 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2006 68,099 miles

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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R659 FGU is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R659 FGU, 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 R659 FGU registered?

R659 FGU is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, first registered on 26 February 1998.

Is R659 FGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R659 FGU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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