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DC03 HTD

2003 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,080 mi
Last recorded48,080 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Colt56,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC03 HTD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2017 48,080 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 48,077 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 40,839 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 33,602 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 20,659 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 20,463 miles

NSF NSR OSR Tyres perished

Fail 15 Aug 2013 20,463 miles

NSF NSR OSR Tyres perished

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 19,562 miles

offside front wiper blade split

Pass 20 Jul 2011 18,480 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 17,307 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 14,567 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 14,567 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear wiper blade worn

Pass 30 Jul 2008 12,852 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 10,616 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 8,245 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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DC03 HTD is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 DC03 HTD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DC03 HTD registered?

DC03 HTD is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 5 August 2003.

Is DC03 HTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC03 HTD shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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