2004 Mitsubishi Space Star 1.8L Petrol · DA04 NXF

The Mitsubishi Space Star passed its most recent MOT on 6 April 2023 at 80,423 miles with no defects recorded, giving it a current roadworthiness pass that is roughly three years old as of today. The maintenance trend appears stable on paper, though the history shows a pattern of administrative failures rather than mechanical faults. In April 2023 the car failed on 3 April at 80,422 miles then passed three days later at 80,423 miles with no defects listed, and in April 2022 it failed twice on 1 and 7 April at 79,158 and 79,159 miles before passing the same day with no defects noted. The recorded mileage of 80,423 against a 2004 build date gives an average of around 3,656 miles per year, which is low for the age. The odometer moved only 1,264 miles between the April 2022 tests at 79,159 miles and the April 2023 pass at 80,423 miles. Such low annual use over 22 years suggests long periods of standing, which often correlates with perished rubber components, seized brake calipers, and underside corrosion rather than high-mileage drivetrain wear. The sparse record shows no advisories or defects, so the data gives little insight into consumable condition. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection before purchase. The repeated failures with no defects recorded point to documentation or presentation issues at test rather than resolved faults, so verify the V5C and MOT test certificates match. Given the low mileage and likely storage periods, examine brake discs for rust pitting, check suspension bushes for cracking, and inspect structural members and sills for corrosion. Confirm tyre sidewalls and wiper blades have not degraded from age rather than wear.