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S252 SJU

1999 Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar

Green Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,051 mi
Last recorded37,051 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2008
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar77,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS252 SJU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt Spacestar
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2008 37,051 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 9 Jan 2008 37,051 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 34,233 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 30,621 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar?

Based on 26,421 MOT tests across 2,271 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
5,774
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,271
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,091
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,756
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 1,565
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,068
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 1,055
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S252 SJU is a 1999 Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar in Green with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 77,718 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,091 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S252 SJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of S252 SJU?

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What year was S252 SJU registered?

S252 SJU is a 1999 Mitsubishi Colt Spacestar, first registered on 26 January 1999.

Is S252 SJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S252 SJU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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