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W876 VEV

2000 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

66,902 mi
Last recorded66,902 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2013
Typical for 2000 Mitsubishi Colt63,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW876 VEV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2013 66,902 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 60,730 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 60,730 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 54,782 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 51,175 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 45,058 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 45,058 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 42,195 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 35,345 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 30,773 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 30,773 miles

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

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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W876 VEV is a 2000 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 W876 VEV, 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 W876 VEV registered?

W876 VEV is a 2000 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 14 March 2000.

Is W876 VEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W876 VEV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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