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S78 BAN

1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner

Silver Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2013
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

108,272 mi
Last recorded108,272 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2012
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner83,059 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS78 BAN
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Runner
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2012 108,272 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 108,272 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 101,105 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 101,105 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 92,010 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 92,010 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 85,094 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 85,094 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2009 81,108 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2009 81,108 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 74,533 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 66,074 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 64,622 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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S78 BAN is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner in Silver with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 S78 BAN, 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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S78 BAN is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Runner, first registered on 4 August 1998.

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