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AR04 HMH

2004 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

123,889 mi
Last recorded123,889 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Colt58,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR04 HMH
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 123,889 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))

under body corrosion and under sealed

Fail 28 Aug 2025 123,881 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (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))

under body corrosion and under sealed

Pass 12 Aug 2024 120,037 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre wearing smooth on edge

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside inner wheel arch end of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

boot floor corroded

brake pipes covered

Pass 4 Sep 2023 117,129 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 11 Aug 2023 117,107 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 113,424 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2022 113,424 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 111,006 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 108,637 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 100,711 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 90,462 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 90,431 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jun 2017 81,561 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 70,509 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 61,430 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 51,381 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 58,347 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 32,994 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 20,576 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 17,738 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 16,211 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 13,962 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 11,169 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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AR04 HMH is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 AR04 HMH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AR04 HMH registered?

AR04 HMH is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 29 July 2004.

Is AR04 HMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR04 HMH shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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