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ML52 DNJ

2002 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

37,481 mi
Last recorded37,481 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2018
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Colt58,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML52 DNJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2018 37,481 miles

fuel tank filler to be replaced

slight bind on n/s front brake

Fail 13 Aug 2018 37,481 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

fuel tank filler to be replaced

slight bind on n/s front brake

Pass 11 Aug 2017 30,678 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 25,065 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 20,239 miles

EML light on

Pass 19 Sep 2014 17,431 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 15,642 miles

engine light on

Pass 20 Sep 2012 14,945 miles

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

engine light on

Pass 16 Sep 2011 14,283 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 13,372 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 12,550 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 11,674 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 10,366 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 7,679 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 5,651 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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ML52 DNJ is a 2002 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 58,367 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 ML52 DNJ, 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 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ML52 DNJ registered?

ML52 DNJ is a 2002 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is ML52 DNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML52 DNJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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