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BV61 NVB

2011 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

53,274 mi
Last recorded53,274 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Mitsubishi Colt47,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV61 NVB
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 53,274 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2026 53,274 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 50,002 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 46,650 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2023 43,735 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 38,587 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 35,949 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 33,778 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 30,775 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2019 30,775 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 28,055 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Jul 2018 28,055 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 27,769 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 22,650 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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BV61 NVB is a 2011 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2011 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 47,799 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 BV61 NVB, 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 15 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BV61 NVB?

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What year was BV61 NVB registered?

BV61 NVB is a 2011 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 20 September 2011.

Is BV61 NVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV61 NVB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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