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AF59 PVP

2009 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

103,245 mi
Last recorded103,245 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Colt53,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF59 PVP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 103,245 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2025 103,245 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 96,193 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 13 Sep 2024 96,189 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 88,068 miles

Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2023 88,061 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 80,953 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin x2 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring worn x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 71,606 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 65,770 miles

Road wheel slightly distorted Front and rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 61,024 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 54,682 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 47,648 miles

Both rear tyres going out of shape

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

Pass 26 Sep 2016 40,313 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 34,258 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 27,978 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 22,039 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 22,039 miles

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

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 16,332 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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AF59 PVP is a 2009 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AF59 PVP, 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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AF59 PVP is a 2009 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 9 October 2009.

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