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AK61 VPL

2011 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,604 mi
Last recorded96,604 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 2011 Mitsubishi Colt47,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 VPL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 96,604 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2023 96,604 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2022 83,334 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 81,578 miles
Fail 10 May 2021 81,578 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 May 2020 70,905 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 May 2020 70,905 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2019 51,214 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 30,468 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 30,458 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)

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 19 May 2017 25,777 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 25,770 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH FRONT (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 19,244 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 17,186 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 15,452 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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AK61 VPL is a 2011 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2011 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 47,799 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 VPL, 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 15 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK61 VPL registered?

AK61 VPL is a 2011 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is AK61 VPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK61 VPL shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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