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AF12 PNV

2012 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

21,674 mi
Last recorded21,674 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mitsubishi Colt44,335 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 PNV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 21,674 miles

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

corrosion to some underside components

Pass 13 Aug 2024 21,203 miles

corrosion to some underside components

Fail 13 Aug 2024 21,203 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

corrosion to some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2023 19,850 miles

corrosion to some underside components

Fail 15 Aug 2023 19,850 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

corrosion to some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2022 19,790 miles

corrosion to some underside components

Fail 21 Jul 2022 19,774 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

corrosion to some underside components

Pass 19 Jul 2021 19,673 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2021 19,673 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 19,477 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 19,192 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 18,950 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 18,892 miles

Nearside 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 26 Apr 2016 18,797 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2015 16,931 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 16,931 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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AF12 PNV is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2012 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 44,335 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 AF12 PNV, 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 14 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF12 PNV registered?

AF12 PNV is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 21 May 2012.

Is AF12 PNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 PNV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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