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AJ05 NYG

2005 Mitsubishi Colt

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

84,278 mi
Last recorded84,278 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt60,803 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 NYG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 84,278 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2025 78,320 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 73,062 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Fail 18 Dec 2023 73,009 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2023 69,209 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 15 Jan 2022 64,532 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 63,900 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 63,636 miles

Rear heat shield loose

Pass 15 May 2018 61,676 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 60,193 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 56,614 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 53,355 miles

Advise offside rear tyre wearing down on outer tread

Advise rear suspension coil springs corroded in places

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 15 May 2014 48,874 miles

Advise rear suspension coil springs starting to corrode in places

Pass 22 May 2013 44,916 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 41,352 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 36,628 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 31,037 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 26,069 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 19,644 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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AJ05 NYG is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 60,803 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 AJ05 NYG, 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 21 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ05 NYG registered?

AJ05 NYG is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 4 June 2005.

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