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AE08 SAH

2008 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

36,936 mi
Last recorded36,936 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Colt55,449 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 SAH
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2018 36,936 miles

both front tyres worn and perished

nearside rear tyre heavily perished and split

Fail 28 Aug 2018 36,934 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

both front tyres worn and perished

nearside rear tyre heavily perished and split

offside rear tyre punctured

Pass 16 Aug 2017 35,414 miles

Emission not detected

Pass 23 Aug 2016 32,645 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2015 30,448 miles

front brake discs and pads are worn

Pass 28 Aug 2014 27,997 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 24,341 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 20,619 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 17,258 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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AE08 SAH is a 2008 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AE08 SAH, 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 AE08 SAH registered?

AE08 SAH is a 2008 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 23 August 2008.

Is AE08 SAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 SAH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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