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RV12 XOZ

2012 Mitsubishi Colt

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,338 mi
Last recorded114,338 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mitsubishi Colt44,335 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV12 XOZ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 114,338 miles

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

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2026 114,338 miles

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

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 107,382 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2025 107,381 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested service brake ok but nsr parking brake seized on application (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jan 2024 101,764 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 97,870 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2022 89,945 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 84,227 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 79,608 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 70,735 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 64,831 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 64,830 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 61,046 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 56,592 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 52,684 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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RV12 XOZ is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RV12 XOZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV12 XOZ registered?

RV12 XOZ is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 15 March 2012.

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