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PF53 CVW

2003 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

33,508 mi
Last recorded33,508 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Colt56,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF53 CVW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2022 33,508 miles

Fuel filer rusty

Pass 7 Apr 2021 33,072 miles

fuel filler neck rusty

Pass 20 Apr 2020 32,375 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 31,145 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 29,614 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 28,038 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 26,336 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 26,328 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)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 24,488 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 22,555 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 20,851 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 19,450 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 17,958 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 15,651 miles

n/s/f tyre has small cut deep enough to reach the chords.

Pass 20 Apr 2009 13,075 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 10,877 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 7,892 miles

IT IS ADVISED THAT BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS ARE RUNNING OUT OF "TRUE".

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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PF53 CVW is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 56,132 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 PF53 CVW, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PF53 CVW registered?

PF53 CVW is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is PF53 CVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF53 CVW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PF53 CVW have outstanding finance?

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