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AJ05 VPG

2005 Mitsubishi Colt

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

63,377 mi
Last recorded63,377 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt60,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2017 63,377 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 50,843 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn inner and outer edges no tread (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 15 Feb 2016 50,842 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high bulb in wrong (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn inner and outer edges no tread (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 39,908 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 30,585 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 25,806 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 18,368 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 11,798 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 5,263 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 882 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 725 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 VPG is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VPG, 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 VPG registered?

AJ05 VPG is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 30 July 2005.

Is AJ05 VPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ05 VPG shows 11 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.

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