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C808 VRU

1985 Mitsubishi Colt

Gold Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,753 mi
Last recorded39,753 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2011
Typical for 1985 Mitsubishi Colt42,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC808 VRU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2011 39,753 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 39,550 miles

'oil leak

Fail 20 Aug 2009 39,550 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

'oil leak

Pass 26 Aug 2008 39,247 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 38,208 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2006 36,958 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 36,958 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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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C808 VRU is a 1985 Mitsubishi Colt in Gold with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1985 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 42,289 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 C808 VRU, 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 41 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 C808 VRU?

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What year was C808 VRU registered?

C808 VRU is a 1985 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C808 VRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C808 VRU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C808 VRU have outstanding finance?

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