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T585 JAT

1999 Mitsubishi Colt

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

118,957 mi
Last recorded118,957 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2009
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi Colt70,694 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT585 JAT
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2009 118,957 miles

engine support mount getting weak x3.

front discs corroded x2.

front exhaust flexi-joint corroded and weak,rear exhaust mount bracket cracked.

front pads down to 3-4mm.

ns driveshaft inner joint worn.

osf inner wing corroded and holed.(with bonnet up)

rear swinging arms front bushes worn x2.

steering rack worn(slight knock in lock internal),play in os rack end and ns rack end.

sump porrus/corroded and oil filter corroded.

travell on h/brake.

Pass 6 Mar 2008 113,898 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 113,897 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 106,676 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

exhaust front flexi-pipe corroded.

gear shift assembly a lot of play in.

nsf brake pipe corroded.

nsf wheel bearing just starting to pick up.

nsr tyre on legal limit!***

osr tyre uneven wear.

Pass 29 Mar 2006 99,421 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 99,421 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

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

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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T585 JAT is a 1999 Mitsubishi Colt in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 70,694 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 T585 JAT, 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 27 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 T585 JAT registered?

T585 JAT is a 1999 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 31 March 1999.

Is T585 JAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T585 JAT shows 6 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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