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YW02 DCU

2002 Mitsubishi Space Star

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

81,869 mi
Last recorded81,869 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2021
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Space Star63,473 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYW02 DCU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Star
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Feb 2021 81,869 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 80,987 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 78,608 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 76,313 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 74,053 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

oil filter leaking oil

Pass 2 Feb 2016 69,863 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 67,235 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Feb 2014 64,736 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 4 Feb 2014 64,736 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 60,314 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 54,670 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 54,526 miles

Engine management light illuminuted

Pass 12 Jan 2011 48,370 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 43,295 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 43,295 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 37,009 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 31,452 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 27,872 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 21,638 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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YW02 DCU is a 2002 Mitsubishi Space Star in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Space Star models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 63,473 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 YW02 DCU, 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 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Space Star is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YW02 DCU is a 2002 Mitsubishi Space Star, first registered on 24 August 2002.

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