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J890 SWL

1997 Mitsubishi Colt

White Petrol 1244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

134,126 mi
Last recorded134,126 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2010
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Colt79,388 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ890 SWL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,244cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 15 Mar 2010 134,126 miles

Nearside Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 126,668 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2008 120,427 miles

n/s/rear lower amr bush is close to the limit

Pass 9 Mar 2007 111,607 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 103,283 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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J890 SWL is a 1997 Mitsubishi Colt in White with a 1,244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 79,388 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 J890 SWL, 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 29 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J890 SWL registered?

J890 SWL is a 1997 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 11 November 1997.

Is J890 SWL safe to buy?

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