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FG54 MLV

2004 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

30,260 mi
Last recorded30,260 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2011
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Colt58,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG54 MLV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2011 30,260 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 30,260 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 26,050 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2009 22,454 miles

Oil leak

n/s/r axle bush

Pass 21 Mar 2008 15,421 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 5,519 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 5,516 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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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FG54 MLV is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 FG54 MLV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FG54 MLV?

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What year was FG54 MLV registered?

FG54 MLV is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 22 October 2004.

Is FG54 MLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG54 MLV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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