2002 · 22 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2002 Mitsubishi Space Star MOT pass rate and common faults

212 MOT tests in 2024. 46.2% passed first time, compared with 58.1% for all cars the same age.

80Well below average
Passed first time46.2%
Failed or needed repairs53.8%
Typical mileage at test82,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 212 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength11.3%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded7.5%
  3. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt7.1%
  4. Tyres - condition: has ply or cords exposed4.7%
    11 marked dangerous
  5. Stop lamp: not working4.2%
  6. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect3.8%
  7. Steering rack: gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt3.8%
  8. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick3.8%
    11 marked dangerous
  9. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn3.8%
  10. Coil spring: fractured or broken3.3%

Problem areas

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

  1. Suspension36.8%
  2. Lights & electrics34.9%
  3. Brakes34.4%
  4. Body & chassis19.8%
  5. Tyres11.3%
  6. Emissions & leaks10.8%
  7. Steering9.4%
  8. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)5.2%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded24.1%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm19.8%
  3. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength15.6%
  4. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure15.1%
  5. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened14.6%

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 2002 Mitsubishi Space Star?

In 2024, 46.2% of 2002 Mitsubishi Space Star cars passed their MOT first time, across 212 tests. The average for all 22-year-old cars was 58.1%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2002 Mitsubishi Space Star?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded; joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 2002 Mitsubishi Space Star reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 80, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).