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PE51 VTL

2001 Mitsubishi Colt

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

63,077 mi
Last recorded63,077 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Colt61,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE51 VTL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2013 63,077 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Nov 2013 63,075 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 56,774 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 54,266 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 52,007 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 49,763 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 44,749 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 40,615 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 36,456 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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PE51 VTL is a 2001 Mitsubishi Colt in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 61,154 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 PE51 VTL, 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 25 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 PE51 VTL?

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What year was PE51 VTL registered?

PE51 VTL is a 2001 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 8 October 2001.

Is PE51 VTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE51 VTL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PE51 VTL have outstanding finance?

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