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R678 TDG

1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

160,510 mi
Last recorded160,510 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2009
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon96,733 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR678 TDG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Wagon
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2009 160,510 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

metal brake pipes to and at rear showing signs of corrosion

slight play in n/s inner rack joint

Fail 8 Apr 2009 160,510 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

metal brake pipes to and at rear showing signs of corrosion

slight play in n/s inner rack joint

Pass 20 Mar 2008 149,301 miles

o/s/r o/s/f indicators lenses cracked

slight play in n/s/f inner rack joint

Fail 20 Mar 2008 149,301 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nail in rear tyre

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

o/s/r o/s/f indicators lenses cracked

slight play in n/s/f inner rack joint

Pass 26 Sep 2006 129,385 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 115,901 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2005 115,901 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

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

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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R678 TDG is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R678 TDG, 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 R678 TDG registered?

R678 TDG is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R678 TDG safe to buy?

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