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M226 RVY

1995 Mitsubishi Colt

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

119,230 mi
Last recorded119,230 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2008
Typical for 1995 Mitsubishi Colt82,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM226 RVY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2008 119,230 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 114,633 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 114,632 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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M226 RVY is a 1995 Mitsubishi Colt in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 82,317 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 M226 RVY, 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 31 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 M226 RVY registered?

M226 RVY is a 1995 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 1 February 1995.

Is M226 RVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M226 RVY shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M226 RVY have outstanding finance?

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