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BK09 URW

2009 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

128,310 mi
Last recorded128,310 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Colt53,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK09 URW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 128,310 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear n/s and o/s rubber spring cup perishing

Pass 3 May 2024 120,629 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2024 120,522 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2023 111,643 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2022 102,815 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2022 102,453 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2021 93,449 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2021 93,444 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt loose (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 89,866 miles

Front Anti roll bar link bushes perishing

Rear Axle bushes perishing

Pass 28 May 2019 82,185 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished with age (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre perished with age (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 75,490 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 75,490 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 66,159 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 May 2016 59,502 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 51,243 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 40,545 miles

Offside rear tyre has cracks forming in the outer sidewall

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 29,613 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 24,141 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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BK09 URW is a 2009 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 53,432 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 BK09 URW, 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 17 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BK09 URW registered?

BK09 URW is a 2009 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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