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FE03 FVG

2003 Mitsubishi Colt

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

42,775 mi
Last recorded42,775 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Colt56,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE03 FVG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2014 42,775 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 42,744 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 39,456 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 39,456 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 34,713 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 34,713 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Engine management light on.

Front bumper insecure

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 29,431 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 24,642 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 24,641 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 18,665 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 13,274 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 11,050 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 9,304 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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FE03 FVG is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FE03 FVG, 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 FE03 FVG registered?

FE03 FVG is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is FE03 FVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE03 FVG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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