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AV05 FNX

2005 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

137,524 mi
Last recorded137,524 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt60,803 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 FNX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 137,524 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 131,808 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 19 Dec 2014 131,652 miles

Lower engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 126,264 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 10 Dec 2013 126,033 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Front Front drive shaft support bearing excessively worn (2.5.C.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 120,948 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 115,955 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 115,955 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 110,955 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 110,906 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 96,213 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 77,797 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 77,797 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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AV05 FNX is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 60,803 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 AV05 FNX, 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 21 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 AV05 FNX registered?

AV05 FNX is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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The MOT history for AV05 FNX shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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