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BG53 TPV

2003 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

91,695 mi
Last recorded91,695 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Colt56,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 TPV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2015 91,695 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 77,032 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 62,500 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 45,227 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 45,227 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2010 38,611 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 26,853 miles

both front anti roll bar link rubbers cracking

o/s/r tyre wearing low

Pass 15 May 2008 15,903 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 7,157 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 6,433 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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BG53 TPV is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 56,132 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 BG53 TPV, 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 23 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 BG53 TPV registered?

BG53 TPV is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is BG53 TPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 TPV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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