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EN53 JLX

2004 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

63,631 mi
Last recorded63,631 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2019
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Colt58,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN53 JLX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2019 63,631 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 61,841 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 59,550 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 58,231 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 55,985 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 51,807 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 48,170 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 48,170 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 43,978 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 39,781 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 39,781 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 36,971 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 32,389 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 32,389 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 29,142 miles

nearside rear tyre has run flat damage

Pass 13 Apr 2007 23,095 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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EN53 JLX is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 58,888 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 EN53 JLX, 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 22 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EN53 JLX registered?

EN53 JLX is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 19 January 2004.

Is EN53 JLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN53 JLX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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