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V198 GVS

2000 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,998 mi
Last recorded25,998 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2009
Typical for 2000 Mitsubishi Colt63,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV198 GVS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2009 25,998 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 25,337 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 24,016 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 23,281 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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V198 GVS is a 2000 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 63,578 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 V198 GVS, 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 26 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V198 GVS?

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What year was V198 GVS registered?

V198 GVS is a 2000 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 5 January 2000.

Is V198 GVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V198 GVS shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V198 GVS have outstanding finance?

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