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FP52 KJE

2002 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

109,599 mi
Last recorded109,599 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2016
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Colt58,367 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP52 KJE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2016 109,599 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 97,279 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 89,694 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

advisery; engine management lamp stsaying on

Fail 15 Mar 2013 83,215 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

advisery; engine management warning lamp staying on ;

Pass 15 Mar 2013 83,215 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

advisery; engine management warning lamp staying on ;

Pass 2 Apr 2012 75,729 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 67,285 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 56,974 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 47,566 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2009 47,566 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 41,970 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 28,719 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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FP52 KJE is a 2002 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 58,367 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 FP52 KJE, 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 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FP52 KJE registered?

FP52 KJE is a 2002 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 8 November 2002.

Is FP52 KJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP52 KJE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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