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BG55 HJK

2005 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

54,330 mi
Last recorded54,330 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt60,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 HJK
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 54,330 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 45,615 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2015 42,555 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 42,555 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 40,059 miles

wrong milage recorded on last MOT

Pass 2 Sep 2014 45,883 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2014 45,883 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front 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 4 Sep 2013 37,340 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 33,388 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

fronr wipers smearing slightly

Pass 1 Sep 2011 29,509 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 25,577 miles

slight sidewall damage to n/s/f tyre

stone chip in screen less than 10mm

Pass 2 Sep 2009 23,251 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 19,995 miles

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

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

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)

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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BG55 HJK is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 BG55 HJK, 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 BG55 HJK registered?

BG55 HJK is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is BG55 HJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 HJK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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