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AF59 PWU

2009 Mitsubishi Colt

Black Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,752 mi
Last recorded37,752 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Colt53,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF59 PWU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 37,752 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2025 37,752 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 35,713 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 33,468 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2023 33,468 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2022 31,028 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 28,869 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 26,880 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 24,857 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 22,890 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 20,576 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 28 Oct 2016 18,585 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 15,733 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 13,091 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 10,249 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 7,121 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 PWU is a 2009 Mitsubishi Colt in Black with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PWU, 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

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What year was AF59 PWU registered?

AF59 PWU is a 2009 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is AF59 PWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF59 PWU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF59 PWU have outstanding finance?

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