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BF05 AOB

2005 Mitsubishi Colt

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

55,299 mi
Last recorded55,299 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2013
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt60,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2013 55,299 miles

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

o/s/r tyre cracking 175 65r14

Pass 7 Apr 2012 49,669 miles

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

drivers seat back rest dont tilt

near side front tyre wearing outer edge

Fail 1 Apr 2011 42,654 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 42,654 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2009 32,884 miles

drivers seat folding mechanism defective, seat blocked in upright position

Pass 7 Apr 2008 22,475 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2008 22,475 miles

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

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

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

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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BF05 AOB is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AOB, 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 BF05 AOB registered?

BF05 AOB is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 5 April 2005.

Is BF05 AOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF05 AOB shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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