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FP54 VWK

2004 Mitsubishi Colt

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

135,690 mi
Last recorded135,690 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2018
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Colt58,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP54 VWK
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2018 135,690 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Nov 2018 135,690 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Below 1.6 in one place. Flat spot and cords just starting to show (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 133,557 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 131,743 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 128,753 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 127,216 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 125,602 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 125,602 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 117,904 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 117,904 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 98,012 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 25 Oct 2011 98,010 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 82,345 miles

front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 27 Oct 2010 82,343 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 67,656 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 51,156 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 37,588 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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FP54 VWK is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FP54 VWK, 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

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What year was FP54 VWK registered?

FP54 VWK is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 5 November 2004.

Is FP54 VWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP54 VWK shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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