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CF04 VLV

2004 Mitsubishi Colt

Black Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

129,600 mi
Last recorded129,600 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Colt58,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF04 VLV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Fail 23 Nov 2017 129,600 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/45/16 (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 120,566 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has 2 puntures

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/45/16 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 21 Nov 2016 120,566 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear tyre has 2 puntures

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/45/16 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 110,518 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2015 110,518 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 98,828 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 4 Dec 2014 98,826 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 88,303 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2013 88,303 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 87,640 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 87,640 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 77,783 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 77,783 miles

Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 66,837 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 53,134 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 42,569 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 33,676 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 22,359 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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CF04 VLV is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt in Black with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 58,888 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 CF04 VLV, 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 22 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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CF04 VLV is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 29 July 2004.

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