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AK05 DKN

2005 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2025
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,703 mi
Last recorded102,703 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt60,803 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 DKN
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2024 102,703 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output [Offside/nearside] (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing [Tyre 10 years old] (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Fail 15 Apr 2024 102,703 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect [Offside/nearside] (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output [Offside/nearside] (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing [Tyre 10 years old] (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 7 Apr 2023 90,371 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drop link showing evidence that it has been fouling on drive shaft (drop link possibly fitted upside down)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/50 R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Apr 2023 90,265 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drop link showing evidence that it has been fouling on drive shaft (drop link possibly fitted upside down)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/50 R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 87,923 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 86,906 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 85,510 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 84,164 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 83,134 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 81,118 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 81,118 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2015 69,737 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 69,737 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 55,087 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 55,086 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2013 39,941 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 39,941 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 27,768 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 27,768 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 14,133 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 14,133 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 12,154 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 9,804 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 7,275 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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AK05 DKN is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AK05 DKN, 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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AK05 DKN is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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