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AF53 ZHV

2003 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

34,986 mi
Last recorded34,986 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Colt56,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 ZHV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 34,986 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 33,954 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 32,616 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 29,655 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 29,655 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 28,874 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 27,667 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 25,459 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 22,884 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 20,641 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 18,984 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 17,347 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 15,758 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 13,943 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 12,741 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 11,760 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 10,928 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 10,093 miles

1) Rear surface of front brake discs showing signs of rust and corrosion.

Pass 23 Sep 2008 9,208 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 9,208 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 7,947 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 6,491 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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AF53 ZHV is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 56,132 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 AF53 ZHV, 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 23 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 AF53 ZHV?

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What year was AF53 ZHV registered?

AF53 ZHV is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is AF53 ZHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 ZHV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF53 ZHV have outstanding finance?

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