2003 · 21 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2003 Mitsubishi Space Star MOT pass rate and common faults

314 MOT tests in 2024. 43.0% passed first time, compared with 57.3% for all cars the same age.

75Well below average
Passed first time43.0%
Failed or needed repairs57.0%
Typical mileage at test87,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 314 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength16.6%
  2. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt9.9%
  3. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements7.0%
  4. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect7.0%
  5. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded6.7%
  6. Linkage pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn5.7%
  7. Parking brake performance: inoperative on one side5.4%
  8. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively5.1%
  9. Stop lamp: not working4.1%
  10. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play3.8%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Suspension46.2%
  2. Brakes45.5%
  3. Lights & electrics37.6%
  4. Body & chassis22.9%
  5. Emissions & leaks13.1%
  6. Steering11.8%
  7. Tyres11.5%
  8. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)10.5%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened23.9%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded20.7%
  3. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm19.7%
  4. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine14.6%
  5. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength14.3%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star?

In 2024, 43.0% of 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star cars passed their MOT first time, across 314 tests. The average for all 21-year-old cars was 57.3%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 2003 Mitsubishi Space Star reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 75, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).