At a Glance
The Mitsubishi Space Star has 15 identified common problems across 2 generations, with the Mk1 (1998-2005) being the most affected generation and brakes the most common problem category. Based on 194K MOT tests from DVSA data.
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Below: generation-by-generation comparison of Mitsubishi Space Star common problems, MOT failure types, and pass-rate data drawn from DVSA records. Click any generation to see fuel- and engine-specific fault patterns, mileage-banded repair guidance, and the most common MOT failures testers record.
MOT Tests & Failures by Generation
Mitsubishi Space Star generations by MOT tests, failures, and identified problems from DVSA data
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Most Common Mitsubishi Space Star MOT Failures
Every reason Mitsubishi Space Star vehicles fail their MOT, ranked by frequency. Select an individual year to see only that year’s failures, or stay on ‘All time’ for the combined picture across our 20 years of DVSA data. Scroll inside the table for the full list.
| # | Failure | % of failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wiper blades deteriorated | 9.14% |
| 2 | Brake hydraulic component worn | 8.58% |
| 3 | Suspension joint or bush worn | 8.22% |
| 4 | Tyre tread depth below limit | 7.98% |
| 5 | Tyre condition | 5.83% |
| 6 | Brake performance below minimum | 5.81% |
| 7 | Brake pads or linings worn | 4.96% |
| 8 | Driveshaft fault | 4.11% |
| 9 | Number plate lamp not working | 3.87% |
| 10 | Front lamp not working | 3.38% |
| 11 | Catalytic converter efficiency low | 3.02% |
| 12 | Stop lamp not working | 2.73% |
| 13 | Track rod end worn | 2.28% |
| 14 | Headlamp aim defect | 2.22% |
| 15 | Brake disc or drum worn | 1.99% |
| 16 | Coil spring broken or corroded | 1.98% |
| 17 | Parking brake performance below minimum | 1.51% |
| 18 | Exhaust system fault | 1.31% |
| 19 | Windscreen washer not working | 1.29% |
| 20 | Rigid brake pipe corroded or damaged | 1.24% |
| 21 | Ball joint dust cover split | 1.18% |
| 22 | Spark ignition emissions above threshold | 1.13% |
| 23 | Fog lamp not working | 1.08% |
| 24 | Parking brake condition | 1.04% |
| 25 | Suspension mounting corroded | 1.04% |
| 26 | Headlamp fault | 1.00% |
| 27 | Front suspension joint worn | 0.84% |
| 28 | Position lamp not working | 0.82% |
| 29 | Steering rack fault | 0.75% |
| 30 | Seat belt condition | 0.71% |
| 31 | Airbag warning light on | 0.67% |
| 32 | Flexible brake hose damaged | 0.62% |
| 33 | Indicator fault | 0.49% |
| 34 | Shock absorber worn or leaking | 0.46% |
| 35 | Mirror damaged or missing | 0.43% |
| 36 | Battery loose or leaking | 0.40% |
| 37 | Windscreen damage affecting view | 0.38% |
| 38 | MacPherson strut worn | 0.38% |
| 39 | Body corrosion or damage | 0.32% |
| 40 | Vehicle structure corrosion | 0.32% |
| 41 | Chassis condition | 0.30% |
| 42 | Brake fluid leak | 0.29% |
| 43 | Rear lamp not working | 0.29% |
| 44 | Tyre size or type not matched | 0.22% |
| 45 | Rear fog lamp not working | 0.21% |
| 46 | Front suspension fault | 0.21% |
| 47 | Dashboard warning lamp fault | 0.20% |
| 48 | Suspension linkage fault | 0.19% |
| 49 | Brake pedal movement restricted | 0.17% |
| 50 | Brake pedal fault | 0.15% |
| 51 | ABS fault | 0.11% |
| 52 | Horn not working | 0.11% |
| 53 | Fuel cap damaged or missing | 0.10% |
| 54 | Compression ignition emissions above threshold | 0.10% |
| 55 | Brake lever fault | 0.08% |
| 56 | Handbrake cable fault | 0.08% |
| 57 | Anti-roll bar worn or corroded | 0.08% |
| 58 | Brake fluid level low or contaminated | 0.08% |
| 59 | Brake caliper fault | 0.07% |
| 60 | Bonnet catch or hinge fault | 0.06% |
| 61 | Brake fluid warning light on | 0.06% |
| 62 | Handbrake lever fault | 0.06% |
| 63 | Steering operation fault | 0.06% |
| 64 | Electrical switch fault | 0.05% |
| 65 | Tyre valve stem damaged | 0.05% |
| 66 | Wheel bearing worn | 0.05% |
| 67 | Engine oil leak | 0.05% |
| 68 | Brake cable, rod, lever or linkage fault | 0.05% |
| 69 | Bumper damaged or insecure | 0.05% |
| 70 | Spring mounting corroded | 0.05% |
| 71 | Rear reflector damaged or missing | 0.05% |
| 72 | Rear suspension fault | 0.05% |
| 73 | Subframe mounting corroded | 0.05% |
| 74 | King pin or swivel pin worn | 0.04% |
| 75 | Tie bar or rod worn or corroded | 0.04% |
| 76 | Propshaft fault | 0.04% |
| 77 | Brake back plate corroded or damaged | 0.03% |
| 78 | Steering lock fault | 0.03% |
| 79 | Bonded suspension condition | 0.03% |
| 80 | Suspension arm worn or corroded | 0.02% |
| 81 | CV joint worn | 0.02% |
| 82 | Body security fault | 0.02% |
| 83 | Rear fog lamp warning light fault | 0.02% |
| 84 | Suspension linkage attachment bracket or mounting corroded | 0.02% |
| 85 | Brake air or vacuum system fault | 0.02% |
| 86 | Electrical wiring fault | 0.02% |
| 87 | Headlamp levelling device fault | 0.02% |
| 88 | Speedometer fault | 0.01% |
| 89 | Steering free play excessive | 0.01% |
| 90 | Fuel pipe corroded or damaged | 0.01% |
| 91 | Engine mounting worn or broken | 0.01% |
| 92 | Steering arm worn | 0.01% |
| 93 | Drag link end worn | <0.01% |
| 94 | Brake fluid reservoir fault | <0.01% |
| 95 | Power steering pipe or hose leaking | <0.01% |
| 96 | Brake wheel cylinder fault | <0.01% |
| 97 | Fuel tank corroded or leaking | <0.01% |
| 98 | Towbar fault | <0.01% |
| 99 | Fuel hose damaged or leaking | <0.01% |
| 100 | Power steering pump fault | <0.01% |
| 101 | Steering coupling worn | <0.01% |
| 102 | Driver airbag fault | <0.01% |
| 103 | Power steering ram fault | <0.01% |
| 104 | Steering column fault | <0.01% |
| 105 | Tailgate damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 106 | Hydraulic brake cylinder fault | <0.01% |
| 107 | Suspension unit fault | <0.01% |
| 108 | Front passenger door fault | <0.01% |
| 109 | Steering wheel damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 110 | Trailing arm worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 111 | Undertray damaged or missing | <0.01% |
| 112 | Driver door fault | <0.01% |
| 113 | Steering drive system fault | <0.01% |
| 114 | Boot lid damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 115 | Brake relay lever fault | <0.01% |
| 116 | Driver seat fault | <0.01% |
| 117 | Exhaust emissions above threshold (non-catalyst) | <0.01% |
| 118 | Subframe corrosion or damage | <0.01% |
| 119 | Suspension coupling worn | <0.01% |
| 120 | Suspension rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 121 | Vehicle floor corroded | <0.01% |
| 122 | Access panel damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 123 | Transmission oil leak | <0.01% |
| 124 | Body strengthening plate corroded | <0.01% |
| 125 | Brake master cylinder fault | <0.01% |
| 126 | Mirror or camera fault | <0.01% |
| 127 | Passenger seat fault | <0.01% |
| 128 | Suspension retaining or locking device fault | <0.01% |
| 129 | Brake valve fault | <0.01% |
| 130 | Electronic stability control fault | <0.01% |
| 131 | Stub axle worn | <0.01% |
| 132 | Torque or reaction arm worn | <0.01% |
| 133 | Exhaust leak | <0.01% |
| 134 | Front fog lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 135 | Hazard warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 136 | Hydraulic fluid leak | <0.01% |
| 137 | Indicator warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 138 | Reversing lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 139 | Spare wheel fault | <0.01% |
| 140 | Axle beam corroded or cracked | <0.01% |
| 141 | Brake linkage mounting fault | <0.01% |
| 142 | Brake master cylinder or servo mounting fault | <0.01% |
| 143 | Brake pressure or vacuum buildup insufficient | <0.01% |
| 144 | Electronic braking system fault | <0.01% |
| 145 | Radius arm worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 146 | Seat belt anchorage fault | <0.01% |
| 147 | Torsion bar worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 148 | Window damaged or won't operate | <0.01% |
| 149 | Additional braking device fault | <0.01% |
| 150 | Axle corroded or damaged | <0.01% |
| 151 | Dip switch fault | <0.01% |
| 152 | Full power hydraulic brake fault | <0.01% |
| 153 | Handbrake mechanism or mounting fault | <0.01% |
| 154 | Hydraulic suspension accumulator fault | <0.01% |
| 155 | Outline marker lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 156 | Passenger airbag fault | <0.01% |
| 157 | Seat belt or padding damaged | <0.01% |
| 158 | Semaphore indicator fault | <0.01% |
| 159 | Steering box fault | <0.01% |
| 160 | Steering lock stop fault | <0.01% |
| 161 | Wheel hub fault | <0.01% |
| 162 | Speed limiter fault | <0.01% |
Showing all 162 reasons — scroll inside the table for the full list.
Mitsubishi Space Star MOT Failures by Category
Total MOT failure occurrences for the Mitsubishi Space Star, grouped by category. Same data as the failures table above — just sliced by category instead of fault title. Hover a slice for the top failures in each category.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common Mitsubishi Space Star problems?
Based on analysis of 194K Mitsubishi Space Star MOT tests from DVSA data, we have 15 identified common problems across 2 generations. The most frequently flagged issue is "Driveshaft fault". Brakes is the most common problem category.
Which Mitsubishi Space Star generation has the most problems?
The Mitsubishi Space Star Mk1 (1998-2005) (1998–2005) has the highest number of identified common problems (19). Click the generation card above for the full breakdown.
How is this data calculated?
We analyse anonymised DVSA MOT test records under the Open Government Licence. An issue is classified as a "Common Problem" when it occurs significantly more often on a specific model than the UK average, confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read the full methodology page for details.
Can I report a problem with my Mitsubishi Space Star?
Yes — use the "Tell Us About Your Problem" form on this page. Your report helps other Mitsubishi Space Star owners spot problems early. All submissions are reviewed before being added to the public database.
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