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YE03 ZCJ

2003 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

127,743 mi
Last recorded127,743 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Colt56,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE03 ZCJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2019 127,743 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Corrosion within several prescribed areas, Not yet considered excessive at time of test

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside and Nearside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside and Nearside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 114,605 miles

Corrosion in several prescribed areas, Not yet considered excessive at time of test

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2017 100,538 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 86,042 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 73,037 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 65,662 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 62,823 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2012 57,317 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2012 57,317 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2011 52,300 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 52,300 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 46,590 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 41,328 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2009 41,328 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 35,148 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 28,510 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 28,510 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2006 17,116 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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YE03 ZCJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YE03 ZCJ, 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.

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What year was YE03 ZCJ registered?

YE03 ZCJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 15 May 2003.

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The MOT history for YE03 ZCJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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