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YX62 SVJ

2012 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

58,678 mi
Last recorded58,678 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Mitsubishi Colt44,335 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX62 SVJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2024 58,678 miles

Rear coil springs corroded

Rear tyres deteriorated

Pass 8 Jan 2024 51,959 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Jan 2024 51,959 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread (cracked to cords) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread (cracked to cords) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 48,152 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 46,775 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 45,573 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 42,427 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 42,426 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Aug 2018 37,656 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Aug 2017 33,161 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 33,160 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 26,666 miles

age related cracking on NS front tyre

Pass 27 Aug 2015 20,718 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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YX62 SVJ is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YX62 SVJ, 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.

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What year was YX62 SVJ registered?

YX62 SVJ is a 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 28 September 2012.

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