MITSUBISHI SPACE WAGON (2003)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 68 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
66%
Total Tests (2024)
68
Avg Mileage
109,430 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 2003 MITSUBISHI SPACE WAGON 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 21 years old, 66% of MITSUBISHI SPACE WAGONs from 2003 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 68 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 109,430 miles.
How does the 2003 MITSUBISHI SPACE WAGON compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2003 MITSUBISHI SPACE WAGON has 109,430 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 155,400 miles for a 21-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a MITSUBISHI SPACE WAGON?
The most reliable year is the 1995 model with a 96% MOT pass rate, while the 2002 model has the lowest at 61%. The 2003 sits between the two at 66%.
How much does a 2003 MITSUBISHI SPACE WAGON 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 WAGON by Year
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About the 2003 MITSUBISHI SPACE WAGON
The 2003 MITSUBISHI SPACE WAGON is a family car with a 1997cc petrol engine. 68 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 88% of 2003 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 109,430 miles at 21 years old, MITSUBISHI SPACE WAGON owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2003 MITSUBISHI SPACE WAGON Fuel Costs
The 1997cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2003 MITSUBISHI SPACE WAGON?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,217 (£185/month), broken down as £1327 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 WAGON Reliability Trend
Older MITSUBISHI SPACE WAGONs tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 33 percentage points across model years.
Buying a Used 2003 MITSUBISHI SPACE WAGON
At 21 years old, the MITSUBISHI SPACE WAGON 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. If you're flexible on year, the 1995 model has the highest pass rate at 96%. Note: with only 68 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2003 MITSUBISHI SPACE WAGON
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- MINI MINI (2005) 71% pass rate (+5%) from 45,707 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2005) 71% pass rate (+5%) from 41,794 tests
- TOYOTA COROLLA (2005) 76% pass rate (+10%) from 19,418 tests
- RENAULT CLIO (2005) 67% pass rate (+1%) from 18,423 tests