CarVerify

Free Car Check

BF05 AMU

2005 Mitsubishi Colt

Red Petrol 1124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,287 mi
Last recorded95,287 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt60,803 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mitsubishi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 AMU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2020 95,287 miles

both front tyres slightly wearing on edges

Pass 15 Jun 2019 91,191 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2019 91,191 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 87,853 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 87,852 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 84,952 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2016 82,476 miles

front tyres worn low

Fail 16 Jul 2016 82,476 miles

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

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

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

front brake pads appear worn low.

front tyres worn low

Pass 25 Jul 2015 80,943 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 76,454 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 32,744 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 72,308 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 72,308 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 66,065 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust has part of the system deteriorated

Pass 4 Jul 2011 52,634 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 45,066 miles

front brake discs worn

Fail 3 Jul 2010 45,066 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front brake discs worn

Pass 3 Jul 2009 34,509 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 15,463 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 15,463 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 14,549 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
Full Mitsubishi Colt reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BF05 AMU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 BF05 AMU, 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 BF05 AMU?

You can check the full history of BF05 AMU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BF05 AMU registered?

BF05 AMU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 27 April 2005.

Is BF05 AMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF05 AMU shows 21 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.

Does BF05 AMU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BF05 AMU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.