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AO08 NWM

2008 Mitsubishi Colt

Black Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,649 mi
Last recorded44,649 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Colt55,449 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 NWM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 44,649 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2026 44,648 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2025 34,115 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 32,747 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 31,927 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 31,023 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 May 2022 31,023 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 May 2021 30,637 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 30,307 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 30,307 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 30,024 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 29,383 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 28,487 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 27,738 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 26,731 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 25,291 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 25,291 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 21,604 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 19,298 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 14,924 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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AO08 NWM is a 2008 Mitsubishi Colt in Black with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 55,449 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 AO08 NWM, 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 18 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 AO08 NWM registered?

AO08 NWM is a 2008 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 26 April 2008.

Is AO08 NWM safe to buy?

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