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AX03 NJF

2003 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,793 mi
Last recorded117,793 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Colt56,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 NJF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 117,793 miles

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previous repairs heavily under-sealed

Fail 7 Jun 2017 117,787 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket broken (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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Pass 10 Jun 2016 99,797 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to back, at clips (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Bumper insecure ()

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

Fail 6 Jun 2016 99,674 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 0.045 (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at flexi (7.1.2)

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage front bumper (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rail, at axle (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rail, at axle (2.4.A.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to back, at clips (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Bumper insecure ()

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 90,910 miles

MIL DISPLAYING

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 May 2014 81,062 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 72,212 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

exhaust corroding

Pass 31 May 2012 65,939 miles

offside rear wheel bearing geting rough

Fail 31 May 2012 65,939 miles

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

offside rear wheel bearing geting rough

Pass 11 May 2011 58,055 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 49,595 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 39,961 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 30,378 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 26,070 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 20,193 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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AX03 NJF is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 56,132 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 AX03 NJF, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AX03 NJF is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 8 August 2003.

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