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AF09 HWJ

2009 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,830 mi
Last recorded52,830 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2015
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Colt53,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 HWJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2015 52,830 miles

front tyres inner edges worn

Pass 7 Mar 2014 42,566 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 32,990 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2013 32,672 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

as&g light flashing

Pass 6 Mar 2012 20,580 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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AF09 HWJ is a 2009 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2009 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 53,432 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 AF09 HWJ, 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 17 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF09 HWJ?

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What year was AF09 HWJ registered?

AF09 HWJ is a 2009 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 4 March 2009.

Is AF09 HWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF09 HWJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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