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VE52 WVK

2003 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

132,833 mi
Last recorded132,833 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Colt56,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE52 WVK
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 12 May 2016 132,833 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 119,982 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 114,642 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 108,564 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 108,564 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 102,224 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 95,472 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2010 88,052 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 78,576 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 77,839 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2009 77,839 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2008 64,891 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 64,888 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2007 52,847 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both wiper blades starting to split

Pass 7 Feb 2006 39,507 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2006 39,507 miles

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

plastic covers fitted to sills

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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VE52 WVK is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 56,132 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 VE52 WVK, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VE52 WVK?

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What year was VE52 WVK registered?

VE52 WVK is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 6 February 2003.

Is VE52 WVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE52 WVK shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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