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HW04 LFJ

2004 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

23,310 mi
Last recorded23,310 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Colt58,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW04 LFJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 23,310 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2025 21,173 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 18,952 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive front lower half of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 17,037 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 15,302 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 13,891 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 13,076 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 11,225 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 9,441 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 7,772 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 5,993 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 5,897 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 5,897 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 5,686 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 5,205 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 4,797 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 4,596 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 4,596 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 4,195 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 3,580 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 2,896 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 1,999 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 LFJ is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 HW04 LFJ, 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 HW04 LFJ registered?

HW04 LFJ is a 2004 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 11 August 2004.

Is HW04 LFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW04 LFJ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HW04 LFJ have outstanding finance?

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