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2006 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Diesel · LV06 ACF

LV06 ACF

2006 Mitsubishi Colt (1.5L, diesel). First registered 03 Mar 2006. Recorded mileage 84,494 miles. MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.

Make & Model
MITSUBISHI COLT
Year / Origin
2006 · Sidcup (South East London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 19 Nov 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
Recorded Mileage
84,494 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 19 Nov 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Nov 2026
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2006
Engine
1493cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This two-thousand-and-six Mitsubishi Colt presents a mixed roadworthiness condition with a maintenance trend that shows an uptick in mechanical wear over the last two annual inspections. In the most recent test on fourteenth November twenty twenty-five at eighty-four thousand four hundred and ninety-four miles, the vehicle passed after initially failing due to a non-functional offside main beam headlamp and incorrectly projected headlamp aim. Advisories from that same test highlight a nearside front wheel bearing exhibiting slight play and noise, alongside a nearside front tyre wearing down to two point eight millimetres on the edge. The previous test on twenty-second October twenty twenty-four at seventy-nine thousand eight hundred and sixty-five miles also required a failure rectification, specifically addressing a leaking nearside rear brake hydraulic caliper and a low brake fluid reservoir. The vehicle has covered eighty-four thousand four hundred and ninety-four miles over its twenty-year lifespan, averaging roughly four thousand two hundred miles annually. This low mileage profile indicates light town or suburban usage rather than heavy motorway accumulation. The test frequency is regular and consistent, with examinations occurring annually in the autumn months. Specifically, the odometer progressed by four thousand and seventy miles between October twenty twenty-four and November twenty twenty-five, mirroring its historical pace and confirming the car has not suffered from extended periods of sitting dormant. A prospective buyer must thoroughly inspect the nearside front corner for wheel bearing play and auditory drone during a test drive, as this advisory will likely demand component replacement before the next MOT. The front lighting alignment and the condition of both rear indicator bulbs require verification to ensure proper electrical operation and lens clarity. Checking the rear braking system for any residual fluid around the nearside caliper and confirming adequate fluid levels in the master cylinder reservoir will address the hydraulic concerns noted in late twenty twenty-four. Finally, budgeting for a replacement nearside front tyre is prudent given its shallow tread depth close to the statutory limit.
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LV06 ACF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 14/11/2025
  • 84,494 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (8 mentions)

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LV06 ACF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Sept 2026, 03:38
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (LV06 ACF) between October 2023 and November 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 14 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (8 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))”.

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LV06 ACF Mileage History

  1. 23/10/202375,795 mi
  2. 22/10/202479,865 mi+4,070 mi
  3. 22/10/202479,865 mi
  4. 14/11/202584,494 mi+4,629 mi
  5. 14/11/202584,494 mi

Average of roughly 4,220 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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75
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Buying Score
58/100
Risk Level
Medium
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Est. Annual Cost
£800-£1,000
Mileage
At 84,494 miles in July 2026, this 2006 ...

Our Verdict

Proceed with caution if you are considering this 2006 Mitsubishi Colt diesel, as its MOT history shows recurring minor and some safety-related failures. It is a usable budget car with below-average mileage for its age, but budget for immediate repairs to lighting and steering components.

When negotiating on this Colt, use the recent MOT failures to justify a price reduction covering at least a near-side rear brake caliper repair (failed October 2024 at 79,865 miles), headlamp aim and main beam fixes (failed November 2025 at 84,494 miles), and a near-side front wheel bearing with slight play and noise. Ask for full service history to confirm the timing belt, fuel filter and cambelt intervals on the 1493cc diesel have been observed, as no model aggregate data is available to benchmark reliability. Given the repeated advisories for discoloured rear indicators and defective headlamp lenses, check that replacement bulbs and lenses have been fitted properly and not just taped over.

The 1.5-litre diesel Colt typically returns strong fuel economy for a small hatchback, though exact figures are not in the provided data; road tax for a 2006 diesel of this size is usually in a lower band but confirm with DVLA using the registration. Insurance groups for early Colt diesels are generally low, keeping premiums modest for a car of this value. Estimated annual running costs including fuel, tax, insurance and routine maintenance are around £800-£1,000, but allow extra in the first year for the brake and lighting repairs noted in the MOT history.

Inspect the near-side rear brake caliper and brake hydraulic reservoir closely, as the October 2024 MOT failed on a leaking caliper and fluid close to minimum; verify the repair was carried out with invoices. Check both headlamps for aim and main beam operation after the November 2025 failure for incorrect beam image and non-working offside main beam, and look at lens condition given the 2024 advisory for slight defects. On a road test, listen for noise and feel for play in the near-side front wheel bearing, which was advised as slightly noisy with slight play at 84,494 miles, and review the 2.8mm near-side front tyre edge wear flagged as close to the legal limit.

This black 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5 diesel (LV06ACF) has covered 84,494 miles as of its November 2025 MOT, which is below typical mileage for a 20-year-old car. The MOT history includes two failed tests in 2024 and 2025, with issues such as a leaking rear brake caliper, low brake fluid, headlamp faults and a worn near-side front wheel bearing. A clean 2023 pass and steady annual mileage increases of roughly 4,000 miles suggest moderate, consistent use rather than neglect.

No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Mitsubishi Colt, so this assessment relies solely on the individual history of LV06ACF.

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