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AE08 TXU

2008 Mitsubishi Colt

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

62,955 mi
Last recorded62,955 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2013
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Colt55,449 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 TXU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 1 Feb 2013 62,955 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 62,955 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 40,539 miles

Oil leak

Fail 14 Feb 2012 40,539 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Feb 2011 25,484 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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 TXU is a 2008 Mitsubishi Colt in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TXU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE08 TXU?

You can check the full history of AE08 TXU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AE08 TXU registered?

AE08 TXU is a 2008 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AE08 TXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 TXU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE08 TXU have outstanding finance?

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