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PG51 DGU

2002 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

129,625 mi
Last recorded129,625 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2013
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Colt58,367 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG51 DGU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2013 129,625 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 121,651 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 111,132 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 101,163 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 87,880 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 74,510 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 57,979 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2007 57,979 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 43,641 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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PG51 DGU is a 2002 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 58,367 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 PG51 DGU, 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 24 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 PG51 DGU registered?

PG51 DGU is a 2002 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is PG51 DGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG51 DGU 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.

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