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E287 DMJ

1988 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,532 mi
Last recorded64,532 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 1988 Mitsubishi Colt72,837 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE287 DMJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2017 64,532 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 64,532 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 63,966 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 63,966 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fail 4 Mar 2015 62,702 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 62,702 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 61,614 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 60,541 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 59,371 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 58,232 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 57,044 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 55,718 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 54,397 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2007 52,949 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 51,468 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2006 51,457 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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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E287 DMJ is a 1988 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 72,837 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 E287 DMJ, 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 38 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E287 DMJ registered?

E287 DMJ is a 1988 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 5 April 1988.

Is E287 DMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E287 DMJ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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