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AV08 HHX

2008 Mitsubishi Colt

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

53,346 mi
Last recorded53,346 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Colt55,449 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 HHX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 53,346 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2025 53,331 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 52,136 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 49,776 miles

under side has surface corrosion

Pass 15 Nov 2022 47,847 miles

surface corrosion on under side and suspension components

Pass 9 Nov 2021 46,453 miles

Offside Rear tyre lumpy on inner side of tread

surface rust on under side and brake furrells

Pass 30 Oct 2020 45,013 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

exhaust system slightly corroded

Pass 17 May 2019 43,592 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 42,034 miles

Engine & underbody covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 17 Mar 2017 39,884 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 36,455 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 36,455 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 33,114 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2014 28,642 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2013 23,787 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2012 19,093 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 13,767 miles

parking lever slight excess travel

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 HHX is a 2008 Mitsubishi Colt in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HHX, 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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What year was AV08 HHX registered?

AV08 HHX is a 2008 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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