CarVerify

Free Car Check

YB53 OTK

2003 Mitsubishi Space Star

Grey Petrol 1584cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

141,270 mi
Last recorded141,270 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star62,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mitsubishi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB53 OTK
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Star
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 141,270 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Fail 15 Aug 2017 141,052 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Aug 2016 134,620 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded BOTH FRONT INNER (3.6.B.2c)

Bumper insecure AND CRACKED REAR ()

Fail 12 Aug 2016 134,595 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

coil spring broken N/S AND O/S REAR (2.4.C.1a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded BOTH FRONT INNER (3.6.B.2c)

Bumper insecure AND CRACKED REAR ()

Pass 14 Aug 2015 123,473 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2015 123,443 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported FRONT BRACKET (7.1.1)

Front position lamp(s) not working O/S (1.1.A.3b)

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement N/S REAR CALIPER AND CABLE (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play N/S/F (2.2.B.1f)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin FRONT AND REARS (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit O/S/F (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Aug 2014 113,012 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 113,012 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 106,072 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 106,071 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 94,842 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 94,842 miles

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

nearside rear tyre worn on both outer edge's of tread

Pass 1 Sep 2011 80,597 miles

both sides rear tyre's worn on inner edge of tread

rear bumper damaged on offside

Fail 31 Aug 2011 80,596 miles

Centre Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

both sides rear tyre's worn on inner edge of tread

rear bumper damaged on offside

Pass 25 Mar 2010 58,989 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 39,092 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 31,743 miles

front brake pads 70% warn

Pass 18 Dec 2006 25,036 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Space Star?

Based on 269,279 MOT tests across 17,425 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,693
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
17,425
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12,118
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 9,055
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,608
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,144
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 7,171
Full Mitsubishi Space Star reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YB53 OTK is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 62,746 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 Star fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 12,118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YB53 OTK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Space Star typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Space Star is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YB53 OTK?

You can check the full history of YB53 OTK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YB53 OTK registered?

YB53 OTK is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is YB53 OTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB53 OTK shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YB53 OTK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YB53 OTK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.