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AE05 ZCY

2005 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

137,002 mi
Last recorded137,002 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt60,803 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 ZCY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2021 137,002 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 133,409 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2020 133,338 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 0.7m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 126,606 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 126,609 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 120,604 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 120,600 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 113,068 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2017 112,987 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 106,812 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 97,149 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 85,122 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 73,674 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 65,173 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 56,186 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 48,249 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2009 36,768 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 26,968 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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AE05 ZCY is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 60,803 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 AE05 ZCY, 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 21 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE05 ZCY registered?

AE05 ZCY is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is AE05 ZCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 ZCY shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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