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E160 EGW

1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

37,048 mi
Last recorded37,048 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon96,733 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE160 EGW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Wagon
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 37,048 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 34,738 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 32,420 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 30,412 miles

Offside Rear brake binding

Spare tyre defective ()

exhaust heat shield

Pass 9 Dec 2021 27,691 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 25,742 miles

surface corrosion to underside

Pass 13 Dec 2019 25,065 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 24,374 miles

Nearside tail light not working

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 16 Nov 2018 24,374 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside tail light not working

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 17 Nov 2017 22,858 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 22,415 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 22,411 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 22,151 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 21,642 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 21,642 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 20,933 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 20,201 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 19,491 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 18,844 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 18,110 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 16,993 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 15,866 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 14,819 miles

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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E160 EGW is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 96,733 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E160 EGW, 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 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Space Wagon is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E160 EGW registered?

E160 EGW is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, first registered on 22 December 1998.

Is E160 EGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E160 EGW shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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