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PL12 BCU

2012 Mitsubishi Colt

Red Petrol 1460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2024
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,492 mi
Last recorded75,492 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 Mitsubishi Colt44,335 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL12 BCU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,460cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Jan 2023 75,492 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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PL12 BCU is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt in Red with a 1,460cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 44,335 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 PL12 BCU, 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 14 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PL12 BCU registered?

PL12 BCU is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 1 May 2012.

Is PL12 BCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL12 BCU shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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