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HW04 LFF

2004 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

79,296 mi
Last recorded79,296 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Colt58,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW04 LFF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2025 79,296 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2025 79,296 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb needs refitting (4.1.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 70,063 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2024 70,063 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 60,272 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play loose in arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2023 60,272 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play loose in arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 50,838 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Outer Non obligatory mirror damaged cover missing ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 45,817 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front drivers check strap stiff

Offside Front tyre has a puncture

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Aug 2021 45,817 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front drivers check strap stiff

Offside Front tyre has a puncture

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 44,989 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 44,562 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 2 Aug 2018 43,428 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 43,423 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen [ bulb fitted incorrectly] (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen outer lens misted no beam image (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake pads 3mm approx (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 36,698 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear tyre stepped on inner edge

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

Fail 7 Jul 2017 36,698 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear tyre stepped on inner edge

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

Pass 8 Jul 2016 28,805 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 28,805 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 23,357 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 19,960 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 16,144 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 12,966 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 11,308 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 11,308 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2010 10,119 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 9,187 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 7,526 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 6,483 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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HW04 LFF is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 HW04 LFF, 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.

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What year was HW04 LFF registered?

HW04 LFF is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 29 July 2004.

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