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AV08 APZ

2008 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

87,251 mi
Last recorded87,251 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Colt55,449 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 APZ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2017 87,251 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 85,827 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 85,827 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 85,811 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 81,823 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 14 Apr 2015 81,823 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 16 Apr 2014 75,365 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 16 Apr 2014 75,365 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 68,126 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 68,126 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2012 60,984 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 34,633 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 34,633 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 38,668 miles

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

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 APZ is a 2008 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 AV08 APZ, 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 APZ registered?

AV08 APZ is a 2008 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is AV08 APZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 APZ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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