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W449 RMJ

2000 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2009
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

98,105 mi
Last recorded98,105 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2008
Typical for 2000 Mitsubishi Colt63,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW449 RMJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Nov 2008 98,105 miles

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2008 98,105 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 84,072 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 68,459 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 68,459 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 62,745 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 51,534 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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W449 RMJ is a 2000 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 W449 RMJ, 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.

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What year was W449 RMJ registered?

W449 RMJ is a 2000 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 22 May 2000.

Is W449 RMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W449 RMJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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