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BJ05 UKO

2005 Mitsubishi Colt

Black Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

65,682 mi
Last recorded65,682 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt60,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 UKO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Nov 2020 65,682 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Front Outer Side repeater incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side 10kgf (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate inscription illegible both (0.1 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light (7.1.6 (a))

Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached both (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper damaged and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 62,007 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 57,645 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 57,645 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 53,622 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 49,538 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 45,593 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 43,476 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 39,926 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 34,867 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 30,584 miles

o/s/f tyre cut in wall not to chords

rear discs slight corrosion

Pass 17 Apr 2010 24,840 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 18,836 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 26,338 miles

Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 11,927 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 UKO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Colt in Black with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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

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