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KW12 GVK

2012 Mitsubishi Colt

Grey Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

41,939 mi
Last recorded41,939 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mitsubishi Colt44,335 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW12 GVK
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 41,939 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2024 38,727 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 34,966 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2023 34,966 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 30,874 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2022 30,874 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 24,484 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 18,525 miles

Front tyres slight cracking between treads

Pass 28 Nov 2019 15,562 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 11,796 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 7,669 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2017 7,665 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 6,121 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 4,739 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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KW12 GVK is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt in Grey with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 44,335 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 KW12 GVK, 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 14 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was KW12 GVK registered?

KW12 GVK is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is KW12 GVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW12 GVK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KW12 GVK have outstanding finance?

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