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AB08 BBD

2008 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

57,566 mi
Last recorded57,566 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Colt55,449 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 BBD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2020 57,566 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 54,205 miles

Offside Front tyre tread split

Pass 28 Mar 2018 52,639 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 50,537 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 48,800 miles

all tyre treads split

Fail 23 Mar 2016 48,800 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

all tyre treads split

Pass 25 Mar 2015 44,988 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s wiper split

v.slight noise o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 1 Apr 2014 40,219 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 32,489 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 28,281 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 28,281 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 22,617 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 23,236 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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AB08 BBD is a 2008 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AB08 BBD, 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 AB08 BBD registered?

AB08 BBD is a 2008 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is AB08 BBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 BBD shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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