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M317 FFT

1995 Mitsubishi Colt

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

121,022 mi
Last recorded121,022 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2016
Typical for 1995 Mitsubishi Colt82,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM317 FFT
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2016 121,022 miles

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

accident damage to front end

fuel tank damp

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 23 Feb 2015 120,016 miles

oil leak,various rust under car.

Pass 27 Feb 2014 119,073 miles

various rust under car,oil leak.

Pass 8 Mar 2013 118,675 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 8 Mar 2013 118,675 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 116,632 miles

front no plate damaged,various rust under car.

Pass 5 Mar 2011 115,290 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 113,569 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 112,501 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 110,481 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 108,174 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Nov 2006 108,126 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

cat test not done exhaust blowing

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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M317 FFT is a 1995 Mitsubishi Colt in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M317 FFT, 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 M317 FFT registered?

M317 FFT is a 1995 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 15 January 1995.

Is M317 FFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M317 FFT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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