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SW02 VUP

2002 Mitsubishi Colt

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

104,241 mi
Last recorded104,241 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2019
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Colt58,367 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW02 VUP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2019 104,241 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 104,199 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 104,185 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 104,175 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 104,150 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 101,083 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 94,910 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 86,602 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 86,601 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 81,608 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 77,288 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 68,787 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

ehgine management lamp on

handbrake travel

Pass 5 Dec 2008 51,853 miles

both chassis legs marked & slight corrosion

dampness nearside track rod end

nearside front & offside rear tyres close to limit (2MM)

wiper blades starting to smear windscreen

Pass 21 Nov 2007 47,700 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 41,355 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 36,819 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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SW02 VUP is a 2002 Mitsubishi Colt in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 58,367 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 SW02 VUP, 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 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SW02 VUP registered?

SW02 VUP is a 2002 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is SW02 VUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW02 VUP shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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