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L143 BTA

1994 Mitsubishi Colt

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,797 mi
Last recorded27,797 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2011
Typical for 1994 Mitsubishi Colt85,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL143 BTA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2011 27,797 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 27,797 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 21,521 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 20,239 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 19,387 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 18,330 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 17,729 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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L143 BTA is a 1994 Mitsubishi Colt in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1994 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 85,928 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 L143 BTA, 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 32 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L143 BTA registered?

L143 BTA is a 1994 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 17 February 1994.

Is L143 BTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L143 BTA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L143 BTA have outstanding finance?

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