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FY52 FAF

2002 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

84,266 mi
Last recorded84,266 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2014
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Colt58,367 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 FAF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Jul 2014 84,266 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 72,304 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 69,575 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 69,072 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Aug 2012 69,070 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 63,937 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 56,672 miles

advise ventre exhaust joint slight blow.

Fail 17 Sep 2010 56,672 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise ventre exhaust joint slight blow.

Pass 22 Sep 2009 49,593 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 43,750 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2008 43,750 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 37,347 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 29,224 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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FY52 FAF is a 2002 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 FY52 FAF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY52 FAF?

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What year was FY52 FAF registered?

FY52 FAF is a 2002 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 24 October 2002.

Is FY52 FAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY52 FAF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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