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FV54 BYM

2004 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

118,706 mi
Last recorded118,706 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2016
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Colt58,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV54 BYM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2016 118,706 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 111,218 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 103,141 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 95,633 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 87,439 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2012 87,439 miles

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

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 77,047 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 77,020 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 68,294 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 60,021 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 49,879 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 38,798 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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FV54 BYM is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 FV54 BYM, 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 FV54 BYM registered?

FV54 BYM is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 10 November 2004.

Is FV54 BYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV54 BYM 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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