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S246 RDF

1999 Mitsubishi Space Star

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

106,549 mi
Last recorded106,549 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2015
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi Space Star79,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS246 RDF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Star
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2015 106,549 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 102,226 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 97,730 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 97,728 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 12 May 2012 89,365 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

emissions fluctuating

slight corrosion around offside engine mount bracket

Pass 21 May 2011 86,155 miles

ADVISE N/S/F+ O/S/F TYRES LOW ON TREAD

ADVISE SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S/F BOTTOM BALL JOINT

Pass 17 May 2010 74,395 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 65,728 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 65,676 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 62,753 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2008 62,742 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 59,077 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 53,087 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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S246 RDF is a 1999 Mitsubishi Space Star in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1999 Mitsubishi Space Star models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 79,358 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 S246 RDF, 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 27 years old, this Mitsubishi Space Star is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S246 RDF registered?

S246 RDF is a 1999 Mitsubishi Space Star, first registered on 4 November 1999.

Is S246 RDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S246 RDF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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