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HW52 DXB

2002 Mitsubishi Colt

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,528 mi
Last recorded78,528 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Colt58,367 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW52 DXB
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 78,528 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55 R15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 54,267 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Dec 2024 54,267 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 47,863 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2023 47,841 miles

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 Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 42,454 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 36,736 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2021 36,736 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 28,876 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 16,380 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all four tyres aged dot 3902

Pass 9 May 2018 9,016 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 5,826 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 5,640 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 5,609 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 5,589 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 4,652 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 4,335 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 4,070 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 3,902 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 3,396 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 3,180 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 2,703 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 2,453 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 2,225 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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HW52 DXB is a 2002 Mitsubishi Colt in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 HW52 DXB, 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 HW52 DXB?

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What year was HW52 DXB registered?

HW52 DXB is a 2002 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 1 December 2002.

Is HW52 DXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW52 DXB shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HW52 DXB have outstanding finance?

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