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AF56 SXM

2006 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2023
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

74,658 mi
Last recorded74,658 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2023
Typical for 2006 Mitsubishi Colt59,899 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 SXM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Fail 15 Feb 2023 74,658 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 70,510 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Feb 2022 70,510 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 66,875 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 63,577 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 22 Jan 2020 63,484 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 59,282 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 59,281 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 57,399 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2018 57,399 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 55,346 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 55,346 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2016 53,506 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 53,506 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 51,936 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 49,457 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 46,091 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 38,033 miles

Nearside rear tyre cracking on outer tread.

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 6 Sep 2012 38,033 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside rear tyre cracking on outer tread.

Pass 19 Aug 2011 30,694 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 25,479 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 18,761 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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AF56 SXM is a 2006 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2006 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 59,899 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 AF56 SXM, 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 20 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF56 SXM registered?

AF56 SXM is a 2006 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 9 September 2006.

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