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G279 ELJ

1990 Mitsubishi Colt

White Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,899 mi
Last recorded59,899 miles
Recorded on16 May 2008
Typical for 1990 Mitsubishi Colt80,162 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG279 ELJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 16 May 2008 59,899 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 54,737 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 50,349 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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G279 ELJ is a 1990 Mitsubishi Colt in White with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 80,162 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 G279 ELJ, 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 36 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 G279 ELJ registered?

G279 ELJ is a 1990 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 6 April 1990.

Is G279 ELJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G279 ELJ shows 3 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 G279 ELJ have outstanding finance?

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