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J228 VRX

1992 Mitsubishi Colt

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,324 mi
Last recorded58,324 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2010
Typical for 1992 Mitsubishi Colt86,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ228 VRX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2010 58,324 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 56,761 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 56,761 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 55,028 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 55,028 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2007 51,984 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 49,037 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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J228 VRX is a 1992 Mitsubishi Colt in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 J228 VRX, 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 J228 VRX registered?

J228 VRX is a 1992 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 30 April 1992.

Is J228 VRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J228 VRX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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