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M888 STS

2012 Mitsubishi Colt

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,351 mi
Last recorded43,351 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mitsubishi Colt44,335 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM888 STS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2025 43,351 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test folded down ()

Pass 11 Nov 2024 39,873 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 35,683 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 32,125 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 29,094 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 26,677 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 24,482 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 21,136 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 17,230 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 13,838 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 8,991 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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M888 STS is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 44,335 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 M888 STS, 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 14 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M888 STS?

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What year was M888 STS registered?

M888 STS is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 7 November 2012.

Is M888 STS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M888 STS shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M888 STS have outstanding finance?

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