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M255 RKS

1995 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,671 mi
Last recorded58,671 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2008
Typical for 1995 Mitsubishi Colt82,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM255 RKS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2008 58,671 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

both floor to sills corroded

engine oil sump corroded

headlights taped to alter beam kick up

Fail 12 Nov 2008 58,671 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

both floor to sills corroded

engine oil sump corroded

headlights taped to alter beam kick up

Pass 7 Nov 2007 153,253 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 143,147 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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M255 RKS is a 1995 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 M255 RKS, 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.

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What year was M255 RKS registered?

M255 RKS is a 1995 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M255 RKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M255 RKS shows 4 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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