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LUI 2781

2001 Mitsubishi Colt

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

97,766 mi
Last recorded97,766 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2009
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Colt61,154 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUI 2781
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2009 97,766 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 97,766 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2008 86,168 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 2 Apr 2008 86,168 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Apr 2007 74,549 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2007 74,549 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2006 59,425 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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LUI 2781 is a 2001 Mitsubishi Colt in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 61,154 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 LUI 2781, 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 25 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 LUI 2781?

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What year was LUI 2781 registered?

LUI 2781 is a 2001 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is LUI 2781 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUI 2781 shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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