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RA62 DJX

2012 Mitsubishi Colt

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

66,933 mi
Last recorded66,933 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mitsubishi Colt44,335 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA62 DJX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 66,933 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 59,889 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2024 59,889 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 53,651 miles

Front signs that the front tyres are rubbing slightly on the body, tyres appear to be over size for vehicle

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 47,253 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 43,131 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 42,032 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 40,196 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 37,650 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 34,932 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 29,837 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2016 29,837 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 23,591 miles

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

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

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

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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RA62 DJX is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 RA62 DJX, 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 RA62 DJX registered?

RA62 DJX is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is RA62 DJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA62 DJX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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