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W276 OAO

2000 Mitsubishi Colt

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

39,186 mi
Last recorded39,186 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2020
Typical for 2000 Mitsubishi Colt63,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW276 OAO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2020 39,186 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member radiator suport slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 35,886 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Oct 2019 35,731 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Oct 2019 35,636 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 29,913 miles

Bonnet and front member damaged and out of shape

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 7 Aug 2018 29,697 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Bonnet and front member damaged and out of shape

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Jul 2017 21,022 miles

Central Front cross member corroded

wiper mark on screen

Pass 22 Jul 2016 20,334 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front cross member corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2015 19,419 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front cross member slight corrosion

n/s/f wiper split

Pass 24 Jul 2014 18,575 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 17,451 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 11 Jul 2012 16,740 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 15,580 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 14,656 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 14,648 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2009 13,731 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2008 12,935 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 11,955 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 10,420 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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W276 OAO is a 2000 Mitsubishi Colt in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 W276 OAO, 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 W276 OAO registered?

W276 OAO is a 2000 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 24 July 2000.

Is W276 OAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W276 OAO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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