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DG09 HYC

2009 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

64,379 mi
Last recorded64,379 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Colt53,432 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 HYC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc
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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 64,379 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 May 2025 64,378 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2024 57,297 miles
Fail 17 May 2024 57,129 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 May 2023 48,671 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 48,269 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 47,996 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Badly corroded but secure (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 Aug 2021 47,996 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Badly corroded but secure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 46,768 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Aug 2020 46,768 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 45,455 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 45,444 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected PUSH RELEASE BUTTON INSECURE (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 43,934 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 37,507 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 33,901 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

engine light on indicating a fault

Pass 14 Aug 2015 32,026 miles

Front wiper blades deteriated but still clearing windscreen

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

Pass 28 Aug 2014 65,043 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 22,172 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 19,607 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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DG09 HYC is a 2009 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2009 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 53,432 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 DG09 HYC, 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 17 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DG09 HYC registered?

DG09 HYC is a 2009 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 30 April 2009.

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