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LT02 OFB

2002 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

97,366 mi
Last recorded97,366 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Colt58,367 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT02 OFB
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 97,366 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2025 96,085 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 95,093 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 93,927 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 92,799 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2022 92,799 miles

Front Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 90,581 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 88,892 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 86,000 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 81,969 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 76,197 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2017 76,197 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 70,829 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 70,829 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 64,553 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 58,913 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2014 58,913 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 52,097 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2012 47,571 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 47,571 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 45,961 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 43,637 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 13 Jun 2009 40,987 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 35,732 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 30,932 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 27,333 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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LT02 OFB is a 2002 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 LT02 OFB, 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

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What year was LT02 OFB registered?

LT02 OFB is a 2002 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 26 March 2002.

Is LT02 OFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT02 OFB shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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