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YH53 NHX

2003 Mitsubishi Space Star

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

157,782 mi
Last recorded157,782 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star62,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH53 NHX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Star
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 13 Jan 2023 157,782 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired strut top area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill / lower arch area (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill / lower arch area (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside mirror glass missing

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust bracket broke

Pass 17 Jan 2022 143,054 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2022 143,054 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 137,162 miles

front and rear brake pipes undersealed

front and rear exhaust deteriated

nearside front backplate corroded

offside and nearside front shockabsorber tops corroded

offside front inner flitch corroded under arch

underside of vehicle undersealed

Pass 16 Jan 2020 135,676 miles

front and rear brake pipes undersealed ///

front and rear exhaust pipes deteriated

nearside front brake backplate corroded

offside and nearside front shockabsorber tops corroded

offside front inner flitch corroded under wheel arch

underside of vehicle undersealed ///

Pass 26 Aug 2016 135,655 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

corrosion to underside of vehicle and components

Fail 24 Aug 2016 135,653 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

corrosion to underside of vehicle and components

Pass 29 Apr 2015 135,328 miles

brake pipes greased

Fail 28 Apr 2015 135,326 miles

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

brake pipes greased

Pass 31 Mar 2014 135,504 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 130,674 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 120,180 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 107,385 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 97,820 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 85,635 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 73,686 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 59,835 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 42,424 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
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YH53 NHX is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YH53 NHX, 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.

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What year was YH53 NHX registered?

YH53 NHX is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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