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BJ05 MXZ

2005 Mitsubishi Colt

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,392 mi
Last recorded70,392 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt60,803 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 MXZ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2015 70,392 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2014 63,611 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 59,049 miles

Nearside 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)

Pass 8 Dec 2012 54,027 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2012 54,027 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 46,867 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 46,867 miles

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

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

advise both rear tyres wearing low/3mm

Pass 30 Dec 2010 37,972 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 32,447 miles

Handbrake button missing

Fail 15 Mar 2010 32,422 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Handbrake button missing

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 25,373 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 18,738 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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BJ05 MXZ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BJ05 MXZ, 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.

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What year was BJ05 MXZ registered?

BJ05 MXZ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is BJ05 MXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ05 MXZ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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