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WV62 XYJ

2012 Mitsubishi Colt

Red Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

32,935 mi
Last recorded32,935 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mitsubishi Colt44,335 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV62 XYJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 32,935 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55/15 dot 12 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dot 12 + nail (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 21,433 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 21,433 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 21,392 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2023 21,392 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 19,827 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2022 19,827 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 18,771 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 17,621 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 17,621 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 16,373 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 15,262 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 15,262 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Sep 2017 14,238 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 14,238 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 12,805 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 6,837 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 6,837 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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WV62 XYJ is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt in Red with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2012 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 44,335 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WV62 XYJ, 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 14 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WV62 XYJ registered?

WV62 XYJ is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is WV62 XYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV62 XYJ shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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