2006 Mitsubishi Space Star 1.6L Petrol · WD55 TVL

The 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend at the top of its record. The most recent MOT, conducted on 14 November 2023 at 174,492 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. A prior attempt on 8 November 2023 at 174,442 miles also shows no defects listed, indicating a clean pass followed by a routine retest or administrative duplicate. The vehicle has not been presented for a valid MOT since late 2023, meaning the current certificate is now over two years old and expired around November 2025. A fresh test is overdue. Mileage accumulation tells a consistent story. Between the November 2022 pass at 158,750 miles and the November 2023 pass at 174,492 miles, the car covered 15,742 miles in twelve months, a notable jump from the prior annual average of roughly 8,725 miles. This suggests heavier recent use, possibly longer commutes or sustained motorway driving, which places greater stress on consumable components like brake discs, tyres, suspension bushes, and the exhaust system. The gap between the December 2021 test at 145,431 miles and November 2022 at 158,750 miles shows a more moderate 13,319 miles over nearly eleven months. No MOT records exist for 2024 or 2025, leaving a two-year blind spot in the service history. Despite the clean MOT record, the absence of any recorded defects does not guarantee the absence of wear. A 20-year-old vehicle at 174,492 miles will naturally exhibit age-related deterioration. Buyers should inspect the underside thoroughly for corrosion on subframes, sills, and suspension mounting points, particularly around rear trailing arms and front strut towers common on this model. Check the condition of all four brake calipers for signs of binding, inspect the handbrake mechanism and cables, and examine the exhaust for leaks or deterioration of the catalytic converter. Suspension coil springs and dampers should be assessed for sag or weeping fluid. Tyre condition, tread depth, and alignment are worth close attention given the elevated recent mileage. Engine and transmission mounts, power steering hoses, and coolant system components should be inspected for perishing or leaks typical of a vehicle of this age. The clean MOT record is encouraging, but the expired certificate and missing recent tests mean a full independent inspection before purchase is strongly advisable.