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DE52 FZH

2002 Mitsubishi Colt

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,278 mi
Last recorded80,278 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2012
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Colt58,367 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE52 FZH
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2012 80,278 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 67,157 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 60,842 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 60,842 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear 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 23 Mar 2009 51,085 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 50,954 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 41,479 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 41,450 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 37,014 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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DE52 FZH is a 2002 Mitsubishi Colt in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 58,367 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 DE52 FZH, 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 24 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 DE52 FZH?

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What year was DE52 FZH registered?

DE52 FZH is a 2002 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 10 October 2002.

Is DE52 FZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE52 FZH 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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