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CV12 MZU

2012 Mitsubishi Colt

Grey Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,891 mi
Last recorded69,891 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2024
Typical for 2012 Mitsubishi Colt44,335 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV12 MZU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2024 69,891 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2024 69,846 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 62,293 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))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 51,884 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2022 51,881 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2021 33,733 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2021 33,733 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 20,021 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 19,753 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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CV12 MZU is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt in Grey with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 44,335 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 CV12 MZU, 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 14 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was CV12 MZU registered?

CV12 MZU is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 29 May 2012.

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The MOT history for CV12 MZU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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