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BJ51 UVG

2001 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2013
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

109,713 mi
Last recorded109,713 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2012
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Colt61,154 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ51 UVG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2012 109,713 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2012 109,712 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 96,751 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 96,745 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 85,602 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 85,571 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

offside front brake pad backing shim incorrectly fitted

Pass 9 Nov 2009 73,684 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2009 73,684 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2008 61,419 miles

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 50,490 miles

engine management light on, exhaust system corroding

Pass 18 Oct 2006 39,430 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 39,425 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Nov 2005 23,862 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2005 23,862 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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BJ51 UVG is a 2001 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 61,154 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 BJ51 UVG, 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 25 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BJ51 UVG?

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What year was BJ51 UVG registered?

BJ51 UVG is a 2001 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is BJ51 UVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ51 UVG shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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