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AK61 HZW

2012 Mitsubishi Colt

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

150,617 mi
Last recorded150,617 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Mitsubishi Colt44,335 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 HZW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2024 150,617 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2024 142,699 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2024 142,699 miles

Horn not working fit new horn (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working 501 bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively sp13 wiper (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively sp24 wiper (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps 501 bulb (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 134,517 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2023 134,517 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working 501 bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 134,219 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 134,213 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside 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))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 125,747 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2020 110,845 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 95,231 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2019 95,231 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 78,706 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 62,104 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 44,120 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 26,431 miles

Advise both front tyres down to 2mm approx

Advise limited access to inspect rear seat belts and buckles due to dog cage fitted in rear

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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AK61 HZW is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 44,335 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 AK61 HZW, 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 14 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AK61 HZW registered?

AK61 HZW is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 20 January 2012.

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