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PN12 VCY

2012 Mitsubishi Colt

White Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

49,806 mi
Last recorded49,806 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2021
Typical for 2012 Mitsubishi Colt44,335 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN12 VCY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2021 49,806 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2021 49,806 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 45,206 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Mar 2020 45,206 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 35,277 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 28,176 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 23,992 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 20,071 miles

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

Nearside Front wiper split but still clears screen sufficiently.

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

Fail 23 Mar 2016 20,071 miles

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

Nearside Front wiper split but still clears screen sufficiently.

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 15,099 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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PN12 VCY is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt in White with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PN12 VCY, 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 PN12 VCY registered?

PN12 VCY is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is PN12 VCY safe to buy?

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