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BD55 BYU

2005 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,607 mi
Last recorded57,607 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt60,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 BYU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2016 57,607 miles

Nearside Front wiper worn

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside rear door damaged

Offside Front wiper split/worn

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear wheel arch damaged/outer sill damaged

Rear seats removed

Rear tailgate damaged

Fail 10 Nov 2016 57,607 miles

Rear seats removed

Rear tailgate damaged

Nearside Front wiper worn

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside rear door damaged

Offside Front wiper split/worn

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear wheel arch damaged/outer sill damaged

Pass 12 Nov 2015 53,813 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 51,067 miles

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)

nearside rear brake disc surface has corrosion on edges

offside rear brake disc surface has corrosion on edges

Pass 7 Oct 2013 48,601 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2013 48,601 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 46,208 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 42,370 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2011 42,370 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Nov 2010 38,329 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 32,835 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 26,926 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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BD55 BYU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BD55 BYU, 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.

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What year was BD55 BYU registered?

BD55 BYU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is BD55 BYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD55 BYU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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