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P164 VGA

1997 Mitsubishi Colt

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,540 mi
Last recorded90,540 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Colt79,388 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP164 VGA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2011 90,540 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 23,065 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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P164 VGA is a 1997 Mitsubishi Colt in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 79,388 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 P164 VGA, 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 29 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 P164 VGA registered?

P164 VGA is a 1997 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 25 January 1997.

Is P164 VGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P164 VGA shows 2 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 P164 VGA have outstanding finance?

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