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LGN 266V

1979 Mitsubishi Colt

Blue Petrol 1410cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,838 mi
Last recorded39,838 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 Mitsubishi Colt38,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGN 266V
MakeMitsubishi
ModelColt
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,410cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2019 39,838 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 38,797 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 38,788 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 38,319 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2014 37,402 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2012 36,538 miles

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 33,380 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 33,156 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

both front tyres are cracking slightly.

Pass 26 Mar 2007 33,120 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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LGN 266V is a 1979 Mitsubishi Colt in Blue with a 1,410cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Mitsubishi Colt models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 38,797 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 LGN 266V, 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 47 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 LGN 266V registered?

LGN 266V is a 1979 Mitsubishi Colt, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is LGN 266V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LGN 266V shows 9 tests 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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