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Y97 VAJ

2001 Mitsubishi Space Wagon

Silver Petrol 2351cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2022
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,478 mi
Last recorded95,478 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2022
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Space Wagon82,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY97 VAJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Wagon
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,351cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Fail 16 Dec 2022 95,478 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too low both lamps (4.1.2 (a))

Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both inner boots leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

oil light flashing on dash on off

Pass 22 Dec 2021 92,304 miles

Offside Front top strut mount incorrectly fitted and touching body

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2021 92,303 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front top strut mount incorrectly fitted and touching body

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 92,218 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted borderline pass (5.2.2 (c) (i))

condensation n/s/f headlamp unit/lens

corrosion of n/s/r and o/s/r wheel arches/lower outer sills

exhaust system corroded/slight blowing of exhaust/getting weak

n/s/f and o/s/f headlamp lens discoloured

Fail 29 Oct 2020 92,216 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis/inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis/inner wing/arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted borderline pass (5.2.2 (c) (i))

condensation n/s/f headlamp unit/lens

corrosion of n/s/r and o/s/r wheel arches/lower outer sills

exhaust system corroded/slight blowing of exhaust/getting weak

low on fuel

n/s/f and o/s/f headlamp lens discoloured

Fail 18 May 2018 92,215 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 22 May 2017 88,936 miles

Nearside Front tyre has slight wear on the inner edge

Pass 5 May 2016 87,182 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion chassis wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear suspect repair wheel arch area

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion top strut mount area (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion wheel arch chassis (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear suspect repair wheel arch area

Pass 29 Apr 2015 84,967 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 83,121 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 83,109 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage cracked (2.4.G.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

oil light flickering

petrol fumes at rear of vehicle no leak evident

Pass 24 Apr 2013 77,350 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 74,280 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 74,280 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 May 2011 69,921 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 69,921 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 May 2010 66,217 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 7 May 2009 60,692 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside rear tyre slightly perished

offside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 8 May 2008 56,225 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 50,180 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 4 May 2006 45,379 miles

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

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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Y97 VAJ is a 2001 Mitsubishi Space Wagon in Silver with a 2,351cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Space Wagon models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 82,674 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 Y97 VAJ, 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 25 years old, this Mitsubishi Space Wagon is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y97 VAJ registered?

Y97 VAJ is a 2001 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, first registered on 28 March 2001.

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