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H296 JOS

1991 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

141,790 mi
Last recorded141,790 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2005
Typical for 1991 Mitsubishi Colt84,617 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH296 JOS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2005 141,790 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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H296 JOS is a 1991 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 84,617 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 H296 JOS, 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 35 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H296 JOS registered?

H296 JOS is a 1991 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 2 April 1991.

Is H296 JOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for H296 JOS shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H296 JOS have outstanding finance?

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