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SC03 FZT

2003 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

107,454 mi
Last recorded107,454 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Colt56,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC03 FZT
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 25 Jul 2015 107,454 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 107,454 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2014 96,607 miles

Coloured tape over offside rear foglight lense

Engine Management Light on dash constantly illuminated

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 96,607 miles

Coloured tape over offside rear foglight lense

Engine Management Light on dash constantly illuminated

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 88,013 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

offside front tyre has a slight bulge on outer sidewall

Fail 13 Aug 2013 87,899 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

offside front tyre has a slight bulge on outer sidewall

Pass 15 Jul 2012 78,153 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2012 78,153 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 68,792 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 59,186 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 51,431 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 43,707 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 32,674 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 32,570 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 May 2006 20,920 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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SC03 FZT is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 56,132 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 SC03 FZT, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SC03 FZT registered?

SC03 FZT is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 14 June 2003.

Is SC03 FZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC03 FZT shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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