Car statistics
How many Mitsubishi Space Stars are still on the road in Great Britain, how many are declared off the road, how new registrations have changed and which fuels they use. Built from DVLA licensing records and 1,056 DVSA MOT tests.
There were 785 Mitsubishi Space Stars licensed in Great Britain at the end of March 2026, and a further 896 declared off the road (SORN). That is 95.3% fewer than the peak of 16,682 in 2006.
Numbers peaked in 2006 and have fallen every year since, as older cars are scrapped faster than new ones are registered.
| Year | Licensed |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2000 | 1,096 |
| 2001 | 3,763 |
| 2002 | 7,207 |
| 2003 | 11,067 |
| 2004 | 14,692 |
| 2005 | 16,600 |
| 2006 | 16,682 |
| 2007 | 16,594 |
| 2008 | 16,378 |
| 2009 | 16,194 |
| 2010 | 15,744 |
| 2011 | 15,124 |
| 2012 | 14,330 |
| 2013 | 13,189 |
| 2014 | 11,919 |
| 2015 | 10,494 |
| 2016 | 8,979 |
| 2017 | 7,317 |
| 2018 | 5,780 |
| 2019 | 4,484 |
| 2020 | 3,485 |
| 2021 | 2,570 |
| 2022 | 2,008 |
| 2023 | 1,534 |
| 2024 | 1,157 |
| 2025 | 848 |
| 2026 | 785 |
Source:DfT / DVLA End of March 2026 Updated
Source:DfT / DVLA End of March 2026 Updated
In 2025, 45.3% of Mitsubishi Space Star MOT tests were passed first time, against 72.8% for all cars. Cars of the same ages as the Mitsubishi Space Stars tested pass 61.0% of the time, so the Mitsubishi Space Star does worse than average for its age, by 15.7 points. In 2024 its pass rate was 44.9%.
Comparing like with like: each bar pair covers cars of the same age, so an older average age does not count against a model.
| Vehicle age | Mitsubishi Space Star | All cars |
|---|---|---|
| 20+ years | 44.8% | 61.0% |
Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis 2025 Updated
Suspension is the most common reason a Mitsubishi Space Star fails its MOT, appearing on 52.2% of failed tests. A failed test can have defects in more than one category, so shares add up to more than 100%. 17.8% of Mitsubishi Space Star tests found at least one dangerous defect, against 7.3% for all cars.
| Defect category | Share of failed tests |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 52.2% |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 40.8% |
| Brakes | 35.1% |
| Body, chassis, structure | 30.6% |
| Tyres | 17.3% |
| Steering | 16.8% |
| Visibility | 15.2% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 15.1% |
Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis 2025 Updated
The single most common reason a Mitsubishi Space Star failed its MOT in 2025 was “Component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength”, on 26.0% of 578 failed tests. 76.1% of tests ended with at least one advisory, a problem to watch that did not fail the test; the most common was “Rigid brake pipes: corroded, covered in grease or other material”. The same fault on any wheel or side counts once.
Share of failed tests with each defect. A test can fail for more than one.
| Defect | Share of failed tests |
|---|---|
| Component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Suspension | 26.0% |
| Drive shafts: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Body, chassis, structure | 14.5% |
| Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 10.9% |
| Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively Visibility | 10.9% |
| Parking brake efficiency below requirements Brakes | 10.6% |
| Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded Brakes | 8.7% |
| Position lamp: not working Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 8.5% |
| Linkage pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn Suspension | 8.1% |
| Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction Noise, emissions and leaks | 8.1% |
| Suspension arms: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Suspension | 7.3% |
Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis 2025 Updated
Share of all tests with each advisory: worth checking on a car you are buying.
| Advisory | Share of tests |
|---|---|
| Rigid brake pipes: corroded, covered in grease or other material Brakes | 21.0% |
| Tread depth: worn close to legal limit or worn on edge Tyres | 21.0% |
| Tyres: slightly damaged or cracking or perishing Tyres | 15.0% |
| Component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Suspension | 14.9% |
| Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brakes | 14.5% |
| Engine oil leak, but not excessive Noise, emissions and leaks | 11.8% |
| Brake pads: wearing thin Brakes | 9.7% |
| Registration plates: deteriorated but not likely to be misread Identification of the vehicle | 9.4% |
| Suspension arms: pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension | 9.1% |
| Linkage pins and bushes: pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension | 8.8% |
Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis 2025 Updated
The average Mitsubishi Space Star covers 4,078 miles a year, worked out from odometer readings at consecutive MOT tests.
| Vehicle age | Miles a year |
|---|---|
| 20+ years | 4,003 |
Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis 2025 Updated
Registrations of Mitsubishi Space Stars for the first time in Great Britain peaked at 4,070 in 2004. In 2025, 2 were registered. With almost none registered new, the number on the road is likely to keep falling.
| Year | First registrations |
|---|---|
| ’01 | 2,759 |
| ’02 | 3,746 |
| ’03 | 3,954 |
| ’04 | 4,070 |
| ’05 | 1,706 |
| ’06 | 24 |
| ’07 | 9 |
| ’08 | 6 |
| ’09 | 11 |
| ’10 | 12 |
| ’11 | 5 |
| ’12 | 5 |
| ’13 | 3 |
| ’14 | 1 |
| ’15 | 2 |
| ’16 | 2 |
| ’17 | 2 |
| ’18 | 2 |
| ’19 | 2 |
| ’20 | 0 |
| ’21 | 0 |
| ’22 | 0 |
| ’23 | 1 |
| ’24 | 1 |
| ’25 | 2 |
Source:DfT / DVLA 2001 to 2025 Updated
Of the 851 Mitsubishi Space Stars licensed in the UK at the end of 2025, 56.2% have an engine of 1,501cc to 1,600cc, and 24.6% have an engine of 1,201cc to 1,300cc. The share with an engine of 1,501cc to 1,600cc has grown from 41.5% in 2014 to 56.2%. Petrols made up 76.2% of those licensed in 2014 and 84.3% in 2025.
DVLA records engine size in 100cc bands.
| Engine size | Share of those licensed |
|---|---|
| 1,501cc to 1,600cc 478 licensed | 56.2% |
| 1,201cc to 1,300cc 209 licensed | 24.6% |
| 1,801cc to 1,900cc 160 licensed | 18.8% |
| Other sizes 4 licensed | 0.5% |
Source:DfT / DVLA End of 2014 to end of 2025 Updated
| Engine size | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,501–1,600cc | Petrol | 478 | 56.2% |
| 1,201–1,300cc | Petrol | 209 | 24.6% |
| 1,801–1,900cc | Diesel | 134 | 15.7% |
| 1,801–1,900cc | Petrol | 26 | 3.1% |
Share of those licensed at the end of each year, for the most common sizes.
| Year | 1,501–1,600cc | 1,201–1,300cc | 1,801–1,900cc |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 41.5% | 28.2% | 30.1% |
| 2015 | 42.4% | 27.4% | 30.1% |
| 2016 | 43.2% | 26.8% | 29.9% |
| 2017 | 44.5% | 25.8% | 29.6% |
| 2018 | 46.2% | 24.9% | 28.7% |
| 2019 | 47.6% | 24.5% | 27.8% |
| 2020 | 47.9% | 24.6% | 27.4% |
| 2021 | 49.6% | 24.4% | 26.0% |
| 2022 | 52.0% | 24.4% | 23.5% |
| 2023 | 53.6% | 24.3% | 21.9% |
| 2024 | 56.0% | 23.9% | 19.7% |
| 2025 | 56.2% | 24.6% | 18.8% |
Source:DfT / DVLA End of 2014 to end of 2025 Updated
Share of those licensed at the end of each year.
| Year | Petrol | Diesel |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 76.2% | 23.7% |
| 2015 | 75.7% | 24.3% |
| 2016 | 75.4% | 24.5% |
| 2017 | 75.3% | 24.6% |
| 2018 | 76.0% | 24.0% |
| 2019 | 76.4% | 23.6% |
| 2020 | 76.8% | 23.2% |
| 2021 | 77.8% | 22.1% |
| 2022 | 79.8% | 20.1% |
| 2023 | 81.6% | 18.3% |
| 2024 | 83.4% | 16.6% |
| 2025 | 84.3% | 15.7% |
Source:DfT / DVLA End of 2014 to end of 2025 Updated
United Kingdom figures from DfT table VEH0220 (licensed cars at the end of each year, SORN excluded), so they differ slightly from the Great Britain counts elsewhere on this page. How we use engine sizes.
The Vehicle Certification Agency’s new car data lists the Mitsubishi Space Star from 2005. On the NEDC test (listings 2005), official combined fuel economy for its petrol and diesel versions ranges from 34.4 to 51.4 mpg, with CO2 of 146 to 192 g/km.
| Engine and fuel | Combined mpg | CO2 g/km | Listed | Euro standard | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3 petrol | 41.5 | 162 | 2005 | Euro 4 | 1 |
| 1.6 petrol | 34.4–39.2 | 171–192 | 2005 | Euro 4 | 2 |
| 1.8 petrol | 37.2 | 180 | 2005 | Euro 4 | 1 |
| 1.9 diesel | 51.4 | 146 | 2005 | Euro 3 | 2 |
Source:VCA July 2000 to 15 September 2026 Updated
DVSA lists 1 safety recall for the Mitsubishi Space Star, launched on 20 December 2002.
A recall applies to cars built on particular dates or with particular VINs, not to every Mitsubishi Space Star. The details come from manufacturers through DVSA, which says they may be delayed or incomplete. To check a specific car, use GOV.UK’s vehicle recall check or ask the manufacturer or a dealer. How we match recalls to models.
Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis January 1992 to September 2026 Updated
| Model | Licensed | Change on a year | SORN | Rank | Main fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Space Star | 785 | −25.7% | 896 | 741 | Petrol |
| Mitsubishi Outlander | 65,806 | −3.0% | 2,898 | 123 | Plug-in hybrid |
| Mitsubishi ASX | 26,615 | −3.7% | 914 | 206 | Petrol |
| Mitsubishi Shogun | 20,737 | −10.3% | 16,615 | 236 | Diesel |
| Mitsubishi Colt | 16,667 | −14.7% | 3,933 | 272 | Petrol |
| Figures | Source | Period | Records | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed and SORN counts | Vehicle licensing statistics Department for Transport | End of March 2026 | 1,681 Space Star records (licensed and SORN) | 15 September 2026 |
| Registered for the first time | Vehicle licensing statistics Department for Transport | 2001 to 2025 | – | 15 September 2026 |
| MOT results and mileage | Anonymised MOT tests and results Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency Derived statistics UK Motoring | 2025 | 1,056 MOT tests | 15 September 2026 |
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