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F961 GFC

1988 Mitsubishi Colt

White Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,767 mi
Last recorded80,767 miles
Recorded on13 May 2008
Typical for 1988 Mitsubishi Colt72,837 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF961 GFC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2008 80,767 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

heavy surface rust on offside and nearside rear radius arms

offside rear suspension slightly low

slight roughness in both offside and nearside rear wheel bearings

Pass 10 May 2007 79,854 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 79,854 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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F961 GFC is a 1988 Mitsubishi Colt in White with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 72,837 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F961 GFC, 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 38 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 F961 GFC?

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What year was F961 GFC registered?

F961 GFC is a 1988 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F961 GFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F961 GFC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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