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AK05 ZLV

2005 Mitsubishi Colt

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

87,717 mi
Last recorded87,717 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt60,803 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 ZLV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2017 87,717 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2017 87,715 miles

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

Rear Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2016 83,111 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 81,293 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 6 Nov 2015 81,293 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 77,297 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 70,067 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 63,411 miles

exhaust system is corroded

obligatory mirror is damaged but secure advise replacement

Fail 10 Aug 2012 63,411 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

exhaust system is corroded

Pass 10 Aug 2011 57,318 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 57,318 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2010 50,100 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Aug 2010 50,100 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 39,738 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 39,706 miles

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

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 30,009 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 ZLV is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 ZLV, 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 AK05 ZLV registered?

AK05 ZLV is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 10 June 2005.

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