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A487 BCD

1983 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

65,318 mi
Last recorded65,318 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA487 BCD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2006 65,318 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 65,318 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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A487 BCD is a 1983 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 A487 BCD, 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 43 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A487 BCD registered?

A487 BCD is a 1983 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 17 August 1983.

Is A487 BCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A487 BCD shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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