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AV55 XSD

2005 Mitsubishi Colt

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,609 mi
Last recorded75,609 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt60,803 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 XSD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2016 75,609 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Nov 2016 75,609 miles

Stop lamp not working both rear (1.2.1b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 60,414 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 60,366 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

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

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

Nearside Front seatbelt retracting mechanism rough

Offside Front bumper damaged

Offside washer weak

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 13 May 2014 42,092 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 34,120 miles

Offside rear chassis damaged

Fail 7 May 2013 34,089 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 May 2012 27,782 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 20,593 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 13,447 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 13,394 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Mar 2009 15,777 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 XSD is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AV55 XSD, 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

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What year was AV55 XSD registered?

AV55 XSD is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is AV55 XSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 XSD shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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