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P429 NVW

1997 Mitsubishi Colt

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,315 mi
Last recorded91,315 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2007
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Colt79,388 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP429 NVW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2007 91,315 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 80,407 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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P429 NVW 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 P429 NVW, 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

How do I check the history of P429 NVW?

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What year was P429 NVW registered?

P429 NVW is a 1997 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P429 NVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P429 NVW 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 P429 NVW have outstanding finance?

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