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AV55 EXP

2005 Mitsubishi Colt

Grey Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

82,134 mi
Last recorded82,134 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt60,803 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 EXP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2023 82,134 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 77,059 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2023 77,051 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2022 69,274 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 67,162 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 67,161 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 67,089 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 67,080 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (anti roll bar link bolt ) (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 66,050 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 61,037 miles

n/s mirror glass broken

Fail 12 Sep 2018 61,037 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

n/s mirror glass broken

Fail 10 Sep 2018 61,037 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

n/s mirror glass broken

Pass 8 Sep 2017 54,534 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 46,134 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 42,504 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 40,354 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 40,354 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 37,032 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 33,651 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 29,269 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 25,988 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 22,849 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 18,960 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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AV55 EXP is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt in Grey with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 AV55 EXP, 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

How do I check the history of AV55 EXP?

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What year was AV55 EXP registered?

AV55 EXP is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is AV55 EXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 EXP shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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