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V251 PHK

2000 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,313 mi
Last recorded80,313 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2018
Typical for 2000 Mitsubishi Colt63,578 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV251 PHK
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2018 80,313 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 78,188 miles

Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion seals both sides (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 77,518 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 77,518 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 72,834 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 69,036 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2014 69,036 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Fail 31 Dec 2012 64,178 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Dec 2012 64,178 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 59,632 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 56,260 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 53,849 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 52,790 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 51,733 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2008 51,721 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 48,084 miles

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

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

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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V251 PHK is a 2000 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V251 PHK, 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

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What year was V251 PHK registered?

V251 PHK is a 2000 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 31 January 2000.

Is V251 PHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V251 PHK shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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