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VK03 LVS

2003 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

37,726 mi
Last recorded37,726 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Colt56,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK03 LVS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 37,726 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 35,466 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Sep 2023 34,438 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 33,385 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 32,430 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2021 32,430 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 31,359 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 30,138 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 28,288 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 23,516 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 18,792 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 14,856 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 13,568 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 12,963 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 12,537 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 11,985 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 11,438 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 11,438 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2009 10,066 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 8,917 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 7,480 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 5,689 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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VK03 LVS is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 VK03 LVS, 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

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What year was VK03 LVS registered?

VK03 LVS is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is VK03 LVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK03 LVS shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VK03 LVS have outstanding finance?

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