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AV08 HHW

2008 Mitsubishi Colt

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

139,581 mi
Last recorded139,581 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Colt55,449 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 HHW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2022 139,581 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil level at minimum mark

Fail 8 Nov 2022 139,581 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil level at minimum mark

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 136,766 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2021 136,766 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 134,320 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 134,320 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside front tyre is wearing badly on the outer edge 175/65/14

Nearside rear tyre is on the legal limit 175/65/14

Pass 20 May 2019 129,376 miles

front plate / n/s/ wiper blade splitting / heat shield loose / corrosion on both rear x o/s/f springs

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge / nail in o/s/f tyre / o/s handbrake reading little low

Fail 18 May 2019 129,376 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated drum with ABS [ comes as a hub] (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

front plate / n/s/ wiper blade splitting / heat shield loose / corrosion on both rear x o/s/f springs

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge / nail in o/s/f tyre / o/s handbrake reading little low

Pass 25 May 2018 122,260 miles

slight damage to front plate / corrosion on o/s/f x n/s/r coil springs / rear tyres 2.8mm / slight corrosion on rear discs

Pass 24 May 2017 113,057 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

front plate / front brake pads getting low / corrosion on rear springs / exhaust cover loose

Pass 29 Apr 2016 101,555 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW/ SLIGHT SPRING CORRODING

Fail 29 Apr 2016 101,555 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW/ SLIGHT SPRING CORRODING

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

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

Pass 8 May 2015 89,891 miles

FRONT PLATE DAMAGE SLIGHT CORROSION ON REAR SPRINGS

Pass 28 May 2014 80,238 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

SLIGHT CORROSION ON REAR SPRINGS / SLIGHT LIP ON FRONT DISCS

Pass 4 May 2013 66,578 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON EDGES / FRONT PLATE

Pass 19 May 2012 54,254 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 May 2012 54,254 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 13 May 2011 40,302 miles

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

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)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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AV08 HHW is a 2008 Mitsubishi Colt in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 HHW, 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.

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AV08 HHW is a 2008 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 24 May 2008.

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