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OV62 VYT

2012 Mitsubishi Colt

Grey Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

63,221 mi
Last recorded63,221 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mitsubishi Colt44,335 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV62 VYT
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 63,221 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 58,435 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 52,590 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 48,279 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 42,689 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 38,267 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 33,932 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2019 33,932 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2018 28,032 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 21,650 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 14,945 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.4mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 9,190 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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OV62 VYT is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt in Grey with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 OV62 VYT, 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 OV62 VYT registered?

OV62 VYT is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 8 December 2012.

Is OV62 VYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV62 VYT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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