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L301 MCF

2000 Mitsubishi Colt

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,100 mi
Last recorded114,100 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2011
Typical for 2000 Mitsubishi Colt63,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL301 MCF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2011 114,100 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2011 114,063 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 21 Apr 2010 112,684 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 112,684 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 112,336 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 105,329 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 92,648 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 87,469 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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L301 MCF is a 2000 Mitsubishi Colt in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 63,578 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 L301 MCF, 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 26 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 L301 MCF registered?

L301 MCF is a 2000 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 11 January 2000.

Is L301 MCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L301 MCF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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