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L35 MBL

1998 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,380 mi
Last recorded139,380 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2007
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Colt74,496 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL35 MBL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2007 139,380 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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L35 MBL is a 1998 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 74,496 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 L35 MBL, 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 28 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 L35 MBL registered?

L35 MBL is a 1998 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is L35 MBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L35 MBL shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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