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E294 OLJ

1988 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,375 mi
Last recorded60,375 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2009
Typical for 1988 Mitsubishi Colt72,837 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE294 OLJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2009 60,375 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 58,718 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 55,602 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 50,989 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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E294 OLJ is a 1988 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E294 OLJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E294 OLJ?

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What year was E294 OLJ registered?

E294 OLJ is a 1988 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E294 OLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E294 OLJ shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E294 OLJ have outstanding finance?

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