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AA08 ZPV

2008 Mitsubishi Colt

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

59,348 mi
Last recorded59,348 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Colt55,449 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 ZPV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 59,348 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 56,833 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 25 Sep 2023 56,827 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 30 Sep 2022 53,838 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 51,270 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 49,367 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 49,367 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2019 46,111 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2018 42,790 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 39,932 miles

Offside Rear Tyre deteriorating.

Pass 16 May 2016 36,584 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn on outer edge of the tread and deteriorating.

Fail 16 May 2016 36,584 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn on outer edge of the tread and deteriorating.

Pass 30 May 2015 72,736 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 72,736 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 29,356 miles

wipers slightly smeary

Pass 11 Jun 2013 26,823 miles

front discs slightly lipped

wipers slightly smeary

Pass 31 May 2012 23,876 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 18,998 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

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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AA08 ZPV is a 2008 Mitsubishi Colt in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 55,449 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 AA08 ZPV, 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 18 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AA08 ZPV registered?

AA08 ZPV is a 2008 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is AA08 ZPV safe to buy?

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