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DA52 RDV

2003 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

102,366 mi
Last recorded102,366 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Colt56,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA52 RDV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2015 102,366 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

sump leaks

Fail 9 Dec 2015 102,366 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

sump leaks

Pass 14 Jan 2015 96,078 miles

sump corroded

front x member corroded

Pass 16 Jan 2014 88,243 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2014 88,242 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2013 80,200 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

exhaust corroded

sump corroded

Pass 23 Jan 2012 73,521 miles

all tyres perrished and front also low tread

Pass 7 Jan 2011 65,862 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 65,862 miles

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Fail 29 Jan 2010 59,564 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 59,564 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 49,454 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 42,048 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2007 42,048 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Nov 2006 34,135 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2005 28,210 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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DA52 RDV is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 56,132 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 DA52 RDV, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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DA52 RDV is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 17 January 2003.

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