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WJ03 XAV

2003 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,172 mi
Last recorded96,172 miles
Recorded on1 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Colt56,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ03 XAV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2015 96,172 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 96,143 miles

Offside Front Wheel hub slightly damaged (4.2.B.4)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 83,328 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 74,365 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 58,128 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 58,128 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2009 52,603 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 52,550 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 May 2008 39,424 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 May 2008 39,424 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 May 2007 34,104 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 27,821 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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WJ03 XAV is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 56,132 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 WJ03 XAV, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WJ03 XAV registered?

WJ03 XAV is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 7 April 2003.

Is WJ03 XAV safe to buy?

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