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V442 FFJ

1999 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,294 mi
Last recorded91,294 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2012
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi Colt70,694 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV442 FFJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 3 Jan 2012 91,294 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 87,076 miles

Battery insecure

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside rear sill starting to rust

Pass 1 Jul 2009 84,820 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 76,012 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 65,773 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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V442 FFJ is a 1999 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 V442 FFJ, 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

How do I check the history of V442 FFJ?

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What year was V442 FFJ registered?

V442 FFJ is a 1999 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 29 September 1999.

Is V442 FFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V442 FFJ shows 5 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 V442 FFJ have outstanding finance?

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