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DG61 SXU

2011 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

74,588 mi
Last recorded74,588 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Mitsubishi Colt47,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG61 SXU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 74,588 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 69,625 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 62,745 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2023 57,811 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 54,577 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Semaphore indicator arm slightly discoloured Both sides rear (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 May 2021 49,802 miles

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

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

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

Fail 25 May 2021 49,802 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 May 2020 37,699 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 37,699 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2019 28,680 miles

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

Nearside Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 4 Jun 2018 23,221 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 21,375 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 17,860 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 13,283 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm tread depth (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 8,735 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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DG61 SXU is a 2011 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 47,799 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 DG61 SXU, 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 15 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 DG61 SXU registered?

DG61 SXU is a 2011 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 27 October 2011.

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