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AK55 LJU

2005 Mitsubishi Colt

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

96,032 mi
Last recorded96,032 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt60,803 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 LJU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2019 96,032 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 95,966 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 86,088 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 73,559 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 64,854 miles

Nearside Rear has a nail

Pass 26 Aug 2014 55,026 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 44,673 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 34,633 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Aug 2012 34,626 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 25,916 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 23,795 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 20,100 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2008 16,059 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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AK55 LJU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AK55 LJU, 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 AK55 LJU registered?

AK55 LJU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is AK55 LJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 LJU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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