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DE54 SFJ

2004 Mitsubishi Colt

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

47,264 mi
Last recorded47,264 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Colt58,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE54 SFJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 47,264 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 43,714 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 38,250 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2024 38,250 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 29,522 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 23,416 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 13,162 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 8,124 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 5,828 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 4,808 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 3,080 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 2,983 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 2,684 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 2,083 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 2,083 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 1,773 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 1,400 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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DE54 SFJ is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 DE54 SFJ, 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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What year was DE54 SFJ registered?

DE54 SFJ is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 3 November 2004.

Is DE54 SFJ safe to buy?

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