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DE53 CXV

2003 Mitsubishi Space Wagon

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

181,010 mi
Last recorded181,010 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Space Wagon75,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 CXV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Wagon
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 181,010 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

under body corroded

Pass 8 Dec 2015 163,100 miles

oil leak

Fail 8 Dec 2015 163,100 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

oil leak

Fail 12 Nov 2015 162,479 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexible pipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Advise 2x rear child seats

Advise rear pads low

Pass 27 Nov 2014 154,597 miles

CORROSION TO CENTRE AND REAR EXHAUST SECTIONS AROUND REAR JOINT AREA

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Nov 2014 154,568 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

CORROSION TO CENTRE AND REAR EXHAUST SECTIONS AROUND REAR JOINT AREA

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 140,146 miles

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

SLIGHT CRACKING IN TREAD BOTH REAR TYRES AND WEARING SLIGHTLY INNER EDGES

Pass 7 Dec 2012 126,738 miles

oil light on at idle

slight blow from exhaust from front flexi joint

Fail 3 Dec 2012 126,664 miles

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

oil light on at idle

slight blow at exhaust front pipe flexi joint

Pass 29 Nov 2011 111,932 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 98,845 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2010 98,845 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2009 85,461 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 73,665 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 61,045 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 41,140 miles

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

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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DE53 CXV is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Wagon in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Space Wagon models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 75,478 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 DE53 CXV, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Space Wagon is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DE53 CXV registered?

DE53 CXV is a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, first registered on 12 September 2003.

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