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OV12 DND

2012 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,829 mi
Last recorded71,829 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mitsubishi Colt44,335 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV12 DND
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 71,829 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 69,832 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2025 69,832 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 61,610 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2023 51,031 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 38,232 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 29,297 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 29,184 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 28,952 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 28,938 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 May 2018 28,417 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 28,417 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 25,949 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front tyre has a deep cut to inner side wall.

Pass 7 Apr 2016 21,900 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner edge (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 16,362 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 16,362 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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OV12 DND is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OV12 DND, 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

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What year was OV12 DND registered?

OV12 DND is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 26 April 2012.

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