MITSUBISHI SPACE STAR (2001)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 161 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
66%
Total Tests (2024)
161
Avg Mileage
88,319 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,027
Is the 2001 MITSUBISHI SPACE STAR reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 16 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the MITSUBISHI brand average of 80%.
At 23 years old, 66% of MITSUBISHI SPACE STARs from 2001 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 161 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 88,319 miles.
How does the 2001 MITSUBISHI SPACE STAR compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2001 MITSUBISHI SPACE STAR has 88,319 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 170,200 miles for a 23-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2001 MITSUBISHI SPACE STAR cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
MITSUBISHI SPACE STAR by Year
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About the 2001 MITSUBISHI SPACE STAR
The 2001 MITSUBISHI SPACE STAR is a small family car with a 1584cc petrol engine. 161 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 87% of 2001 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 88,319 miles at 23 years old, MITSUBISHI SPACE STAR owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2001 MITSUBISHI SPACE STAR Fuel Costs
The 1584cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2001 MITSUBISHI SPACE STAR?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,027 (£169/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 66% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
MITSUBISHI SPACE STAR Reliability Trend
Older MITSUBISHI SPACE STARs tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 5 percentage points across model years.
Buying a Used 2001 MITSUBISHI SPACE STAR
At 23 years old, the MITSUBISHI SPACE STAR is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age.
Alternatives to the 2001 MITSUBISHI SPACE STAR
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2003) 71% pass rate (+5%) from 29,898 tests
- MINI MINI (2003) 72% pass rate (+6%) from 25,713 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2003) 68% pass rate (+2%) from 22,313 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2003) 67% pass rate (+1%) from 21,166 tests