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W256 HSS

2000 Mitsubishi Colt

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,230 mi
Last recorded87,230 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2007
Typical for 2000 Mitsubishi Colt63,578 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW256 HSS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2007 87,230 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 87,230 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is stiff in operation (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2006 75,162 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 75,162 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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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W256 HSS is a 2000 Mitsubishi Colt in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 W256 HSS, 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

How do I check the history of W256 HSS?

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What year was W256 HSS registered?

W256 HSS is a 2000 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 10 March 2000.

Is W256 HSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W256 HSS shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W256 HSS have outstanding finance?

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