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A3 GLP

2012 Mitsubishi Colt

Grey Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,249 mi
Last recorded17,249 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mitsubishi Colt44,335 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 GLP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2025 17,249 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 12,217 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 9,589 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 9,040 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 8,421 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 7,912 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 6,944 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 6,183 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 5,278 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 4,290 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 3,343 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Colt?

Based on 950,325 MOT tests across 68,947 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
5,095
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
68,947
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26,841
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,645
Registration plate lamp not working 16,687
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12,487
position lamp(s) not working 9,761
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A3 GLP is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt in Grey with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 44,335 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Colt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 26,841 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A3 GLP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Colt typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 14 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A3 GLP?

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What year was A3 GLP registered?

A3 GLP is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 17 May 2012.

Is A3 GLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 GLP shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A3 GLP have outstanding finance?

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