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J227 WRD

1992 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2009
Tests6 (2 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

112,575 mi
Last recorded112,575 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2008
Typical for 1992 Mitsubishi Colt86,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ227 WRD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

2 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2008 112,575 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 112,573 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 8 Mar 2008 112,526 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Feb 2008 112,435 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

front anti-role bar bushes deterated

Pass 8 Sep 2006 107,421 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 107,408 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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J227 WRD is a 1992 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1992 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 86,852 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J227 WRD, 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 34 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 J227 WRD registered?

J227 WRD is a 1992 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 1 May 1992.

Is J227 WRD safe to buy?

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