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SP53 NVE

2003 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

69,137 mi
Last recorded69,137 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2012
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Colt56,132 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 NVE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2012 69,137 miles

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

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

front number plate has water stain but still clearly visible

Pass 14 Sep 2011 59,520 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 49,457 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 49,457 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 48,083 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 48,083 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 40,587 miles

front number plate deteriorating

plastic trims fitted unable to fully check sills

Pass 8 Sep 2007 34,210 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 24,553 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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SP53 NVE is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SP53 NVE, 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 SP53 NVE registered?

SP53 NVE is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is SP53 NVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP53 NVE shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SP53 NVE have outstanding finance?

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