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W278 XSB

2000 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,860 mi
Last recorded106,860 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2010
Typical for 2000 Mitsubishi Colt63,578 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW278 XSB
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2010 106,860 miles

slight sweat from nsf shocker

Pass 14 Apr 2009 99,623 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 90,250 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 78,012 miles

front wipers start to smear

rear shockers loosing resistance

rear wiper smearing

slight exhaust leak at manifold

Pass 7 Apr 2006 65,538 miles

nearside rear tyre bald on inside edge ok across 3/4 tread area

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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W278 XSB is a 2000 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 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 W278 XSB, 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 W278 XSB?

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What year was W278 XSB registered?

W278 XSB is a 2000 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 10 April 2000.

Is W278 XSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W278 XSB 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.

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