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BF12 RFN

2012 Mitsubishi Colt

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

97,618 mi
Last recorded97,618 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2024
Typical for 2012 Mitsubishi Colt44,335 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 RFN
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2024 97,618 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 96,331 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 92,847 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2021 92,847 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 87,714 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 80,535 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 54,216 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 33,333 miles

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

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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BF12 RFN is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2012 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 44,335 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 BF12 RFN, 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 14 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF12 RFN registered?

BF12 RFN is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is BF12 RFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF12 RFN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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