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T278 WPB

1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon

Silver Petrol 2351cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

116,436 mi
Last recorded116,436 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2012
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon92,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT278 WPB
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Wagon
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,351cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2012 116,436 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 7 Nov 2012 116,430 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 9 May 2011 106,396 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Fail 1 May 2010 96,675 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 May 2010 96,675 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 86,288 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 May 2009 86,288 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 May 2008 78,632 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 74,958 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2007 75,899 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 28 Nov 2005 62,294 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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T278 WPB is a 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon in Silver with a 2,351cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 92,018 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 T278 WPB, 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 27 years old, this Mitsubishi Space Wagon is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T278 WPB registered?

T278 WPB is a 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, first registered on 27 September 1999.

Is T278 WPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T278 WPB shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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