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DS62 AAX

2012 Mitsubishi Colt

White Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

59,455 mi
Last recorded59,455 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Mitsubishi Colt44,335 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS62 AAX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2025 59,455 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD outer edge and cracking/perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded x 2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively front and rear (1.2.1 (e))

little reserve travel handbrake

Pass 21 Feb 2024 58,064 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded x 2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured x 2 (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s under sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2023 55,867 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 54,201 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 52,720 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 51,418 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 42,761 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 39,661 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 39,661 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2017 39,507 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 34,566 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 23,743 miles

nail offside rear tyre

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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DS62 AAX is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt in White with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 44,335 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 DS62 AAX, 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 14 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS62 AAX registered?

DS62 AAX is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 17 December 2012.

Is DS62 AAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS62 AAX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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