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AF09 HWM

2009 Mitsubishi Colt

Grey Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,719 mi
Last recorded87,719 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2017
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Colt53,432 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 HWM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2017 87,719 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jan 2017 87,560 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2016 73,719 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 62,502 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 52,114 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2013 51,808 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front roll bar links the rubber is perished not resulting in excessive movement

front tyres on 3mm

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 3 Oct 2013 51,808 miles

both front roll bar links the rubber is perished not resulting in excessive movement

front tyres on 3mm

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 8 Oct 2012 49,184 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 49,184 miles

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

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

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 HWM is a 2009 Mitsubishi Colt in Grey with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AF09 HWM, 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.

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What year was AF09 HWM registered?

AF09 HWM is a 2009 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 2 March 2009.

Is AF09 HWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF09 HWM shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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