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LN52 CSU

2002 Mitsubishi Colt

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

36,745 mi
Last recorded36,745 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Colt58,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN52 CSU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 36,745 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair both sides (1.2.1 (c))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 33,779 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 31,319 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 31,006 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

eml lamp illuminated

Fail 2 Jun 2023 31,005 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

eml lamp illuminated

Pass 14 Feb 2022 25,520 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2022 25,239 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 18,694 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 7,969 miles
Fail 11 May 2019 7,969 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2013 7,966 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 7,951 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 7,935 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 7,922 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 7,914 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 7,649 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 7,232 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 6,122 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 4,786 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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LN52 CSU is a 2002 Mitsubishi Colt in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LN52 CSU, 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 LN52 CSU?

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What year was LN52 CSU registered?

LN52 CSU is a 2002 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 22 October 2002.

Is LN52 CSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN52 CSU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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