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S988 TAV

1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

100,791 mi
Last recorded100,791 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2011
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon96,733 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS988 TAV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Wagon
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2011 100,791 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Nov 2011 100,791 miles

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Dec 2010 94,041 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 94,041 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 85,319 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 10 Aug 2009 85,319 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 82,733 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2007 71,503 miles

Coolant leak

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

Pass 9 Mar 2006 62,447 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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S988 TAV is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 S988 TAV, 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 S988 TAV registered?

S988 TAV is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, first registered on 27 November 1998.

Is S988 TAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S988 TAV shows 9 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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