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SL03 SYR

2003 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

107,865 mi
Last recorded107,865 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Colt56,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL03 SYR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Jun 2016 107,865 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 101,925 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 89,340 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 73,168 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 56,519 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 39,373 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 25,451 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 22,581 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 19,100 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 16,251 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 12,431 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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SL03 SYR is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 SL03 SYR, 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.

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What year was SL03 SYR registered?

SL03 SYR is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is SL03 SYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL03 SYR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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