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DY51 KNZ

2001 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

74,789 mi
Last recorded74,789 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2013
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Colt61,154 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY51 KNZ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2013 74,789 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 69,151 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

drivers seat back has movement

front cross member holed & corroded - outside of prescribed area

fuel filler neck & breather pipe corroded

o/s floor to sill rusty

Fail 18 Sep 2012 68,953 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

drivers seat back has movement

front cross member holed & corroded - outside of prescribed area

fuel filler neck & breather pipe corroded

o/s floor to sill rusty

Pass 20 Sep 2011 61,019 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 53,153 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 44,611 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

childseat fitted to nearside rear unable to test belt

Fail 16 Sep 2009 44,609 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

childseat fitted to nearside rear unable to test belt

Pass 18 Sep 2008 37,397 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 30,410 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 26,562 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 26,547 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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DY51 KNZ is a 2001 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 61,154 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 DY51 KNZ, 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 25 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 DY51 KNZ?

You can check the full history of DY51 KNZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DY51 KNZ registered?

DY51 KNZ is a 2001 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is DY51 KNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY51 KNZ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY51 KNZ have outstanding finance?

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