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E428 RRU

1988 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

51,155 mi
Last recorded51,155 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 1988 Mitsubishi Colt72,837 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE428 RRU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 51,155 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 51,129 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 50,937 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 50,913 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 50,513 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 50,441 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 50,380 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 50,317 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 50,275 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 50,206 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 50,142 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 49,724 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 49,642 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 49,199 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 3 Aug 2011 49,198 miles

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 48,564 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2009 47,678 miles

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 47,678 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 46,573 miles

BOTH NUMBER PLATES ARE STARTING TO DETERIATE

Pass 7 Aug 2007 44,920 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 43,297 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 42,134 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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E428 RRU is a 1988 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 E428 RRU, 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

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What year was E428 RRU registered?

E428 RRU is a 1988 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 4 July 1988.

Is E428 RRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E428 RRU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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