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AO54 VLR

2004 Mitsubishi Colt

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

55,018 mi
Last recorded55,018 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2018
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Colt58,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO54 VLR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2018 55,018 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 55,018 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 59,876 miles

both front tyres cracked around treads

Pass 20 Oct 2016 46,733 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2016 46,733 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure drop link (2.4.G.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 43,763 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 42,507 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2014 42,507 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 41,280 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2013 41,280 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 38,946 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Oct 2011 36,976 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 36,976 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 35,228 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 31,547 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 31,547 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 29,159 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2008 29,159 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2007 27,686 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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AO54 VLR is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 58,888 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 AO54 VLR, 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 22 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO54 VLR registered?

AO54 VLR is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 23 October 2004.

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The MOT history for AO54 VLR shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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