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AO53 KVT

2003 Mitsubishi Colt

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,396 mi
Last recorded111,396 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Colt56,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 KVT
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 111,396 miles

fuel pipe rusty

o/s/f tyre perished

o/s/r chassis becoming weak

rear brake pipes have surface rust

sill covers fitted

Fail 7 Aug 2017 111,391 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

fuel pipe rusty

o/s/f tyre perished

o/s/r chassis becoming weak

rear brake pipes have surface rust

sill covers fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2016 109,996 miles

o/s/r tyre lightly perished

rear chassis becoming weak both sides

sill covers fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2015 108,140 miles

brake pipes greased

Fail 7 Sep 2015 108,140 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

brake pipes greased

Pass 29 Aug 2014 100,630 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 90,781 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 87,583 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 80,372 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 70,064 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 63,182 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 52,266 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

malfunction indicator lamp is on.

Pass 17 Aug 2007 39,433 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 39,432 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 32,816 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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AO53 KVT is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 56,132 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 AO53 KVT, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO53 KVT registered?

AO53 KVT is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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