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V274 DRB

2000 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

86,092 mi
Last recorded86,092 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2011
Typical for 2000 Mitsubishi Colt63,578 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV274 DRB
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2011 86,092 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 76,206 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 76,206 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

n/s/f tyre is worn on outer edge.

Pass 10 Aug 2009 65,787 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 57,163 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)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 48,853 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 40,954 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 35,317 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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V274 DRB is a 2000 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 V274 DRB, 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 V274 DRB registered?

V274 DRB is a 2000 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 11 January 2000.

Is V274 DRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V274 DRB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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