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S47 BUF

1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,189 mi
Last recorded143,189 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon96,733 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS47 BUF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Wagon
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 143,189 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 143,095 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.6.6)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.6.6)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 136,501 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 22 Jun 2015 132,564 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 132,516 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 126,442 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 120,495 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2013 120,495 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 113,938 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 113,863 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2011 107,021 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 100,807 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 100,789 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 94,185 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 94,171 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 87,640 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 82,352 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 75,464 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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S47 BUF is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S47 BUF, 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.

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What year was S47 BUF registered?

S47 BUF is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, first registered on 19 August 1998.

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The MOT history for S47 BUF shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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