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BG05 ZBJ

2005 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

35,581 mi
Last recorded35,581 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt60,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 ZBJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 May 2017 35,581 miles

engine covers fitted

tray's fitted

Fail 10 May 2017 35,581 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

engine covers fitted

tray's fitted

Pass 27 May 2016 34,436 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 34,400 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

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

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

Fail 13 Nov 2014 31,561 miles

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

both rear suspension axle bushes slightly deteriorated

drivers seat will not tilt

near side front door mirror slightly damaged

off side front brake binding slightly

Pass 13 Nov 2014 31,561 miles

both rear suspension axle bushes slightly deteriorated

drivers seat will not tilt

near side front door mirror slightly damaged

off side front brake binding slightly

Pass 5 Dec 2013 29,916 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 26,626 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 11 Sep 2012 26,626 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

both front tyre valves perishing

Pass 4 Oct 2011 23,124 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 20,258 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 12,129 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 May 2008 7,855 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 7,852 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

nsf tyre sidewall has some cuts

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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BG05 ZBJ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 BG05 ZBJ, 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 BG05 ZBJ?

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What year was BG05 ZBJ registered?

BG05 ZBJ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is BG05 ZBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 ZBJ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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