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BJ51 BVU

2001 Mitsubishi Space Star

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

93,964 mi
Last recorded93,964 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Space Star65,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ51 BVU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Star
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2014 93,964 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 89,033 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 84,594 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 78,893 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 73,619 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 66,681 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 59,734 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 52,020 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 45,613 miles

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

extensive corrosion to underbody and suspension and brake components//

Pass 28 Sep 2006 45,613 miles

extensive corrosion to underbody and suspension and brake components//

Pass 20 Sep 2005 36,885 miles

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

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

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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BJ51 BVU is a 2001 Mitsubishi Space Star in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Space Star models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 65,032 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 BJ51 BVU, 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 25 years old, this Mitsubishi Space Star is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BJ51 BVU is a 2001 Mitsubishi Space Star, first registered on 28 September 2001.

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