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AV08 AOJ

2008 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

57,116 mi
Last recorded57,116 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Colt55,449 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 AOJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2021 57,116 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 52,373 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 46,522 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 40,064 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2017 33,568 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing low 3mm

Pass 30 Mar 2016 28,378 miles

front brake pads appear low

rear brake pads appear low

Pass 24 Apr 2015 22,945 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 17,900 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 12,951 miles

All tyres perished and cracked

Fail 3 Apr 2013 12,951 miles

All tyres perished and cracked

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 11,443 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 9,720 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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AV08 AOJ is a 2008 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AV08 AOJ, 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 AV08 AOJ registered?

AV08 AOJ is a 2008 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AV08 AOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 AOJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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