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P181 RBD

1997 Mitsubishi Colt

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,006 mi
Last recorded57,006 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2010
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Colt79,388 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP181 RBD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2010 57,006 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 28 Sep 2010 56,964 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Battery insecure

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

handbrake lever travel becoming excessive

Pass 12 Nov 2009 52,578 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 7 Nov 2009 52,518 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2008 48,064 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 43,747 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 39,340 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Oct 2005 34,559 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.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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P181 RBD is a 1997 Mitsubishi Colt in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P181 RBD, 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.

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What year was P181 RBD registered?

P181 RBD is a 1997 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 13 May 1997.

Is P181 RBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P181 RBD shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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