Mitsubishi Colt MOT Check
MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mitsubishi Colt. Check any Colt by registration number below.
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64.5%
Avg Pass Rate
-12.5%
vs Mitsubishi Avg
15
Year Ranges
Below Average
Reliability
Mitsubishi Colt — MOT Reliability Overview
The Mitsubishi Colt has an average MOT pass rate of 64.5%, which is 12.5 percentage points below the Mitsubishi brand average of 77.0%. This suggests the Colt can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.
The most common reasons a Mitsubishi Colt fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your Colt for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.
Before buying a used Mitsubishi Colt, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.
MOT Pass Rate by Year
How the Mitsubishi Colt performs at MOT across different model years.
2013
Based on 1,238 vehicles
4.7%
20.1%
93k mi
2012
Based on 3,451 vehicles
5.7%
24.6%
101k mi
2011
Based on 3,841 vehicles
6.4%
26.0%
2010
Based on 6,068 vehicles
8.4%
29.0%
2009
Based on 9,301 vehicles
7.9%
32.8%
2008
Based on 10,431 vehicles
9.0%
34.3%
2007
Based on 8,833 vehicles
8.8%
33.8%
2006
Based on 6,859 vehicles
9.3%
31.6%
2005
Based on 4,876 vehicles
8.4%
33.3%
2004
Based on 1,008 vehicles
10.0%
36.0%
2003
Based on 113 vehicles
4.7%
14.1%
2002
Based on 178 vehicles
6.3%
19.8%
2001
Based on 78 vehicles
7.3%
29.3%
2000
Based on 122 vehicles
1.4%
27.1%
1998
Based on 271 vehicles
4.4%
51.7%
Top MOT Failures — Mitsubishi Colt
The most common reasons a Mitsubishi Colt fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.
The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired
The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements
Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning
A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning
A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc
Where Failures Occur
The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.
Front Offside
Front Nearside
Rear Nearside
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Mitsubishi Colt — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the Mitsubishi Colt MOT and reliability.
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