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EF03 YHC

2003 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

111,050 mi
Last recorded111,050 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Colt56,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF03 YHC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2016 111,050 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 106,001 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

nearside rear chassis slight corrosion

nearside rear tyre tread cut

Pass 17 Jun 2014 98,771 miles

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

nearside mirror slight deterioation

Fail 16 Jun 2014 98,766 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

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

nearside mirror slight deterioation

Pass 8 Jul 2013 93,093 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 85,443 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 85,443 miles

Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 May 2011 73,181 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 73,171 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 28 May 2010 59,404 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 47,748 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 35,778 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 20,760 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 20,760 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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)

Pass 3 May 2006 13,607 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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EF03 YHC is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 56,132 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 EF03 YHC, 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 23 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 EF03 YHC registered?

EF03 YHC is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is EF03 YHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF03 YHC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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