2009 Mitsubishi Colt 1.3L Petrol · AD09 DUY
2009 Mitsubishi Colt (1.3L, petrol). First registered 31 Jul 2009. Recorded mileage 104,868 miles. MOT expired on 07 Apr 2025.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Apr 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 104,868 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AD09 DUY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 20/03/2025
- 104,868 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AD09 DUY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (AD09 DUY) between March 2023 and March 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 20 March 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Steering (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
AD09 DUY Mileage History
- 14/03/202393,972 mi
- 16/03/202393,991 mi+19 mi
- 21/03/202499,140 mi+5,149 mi
- 21/03/202499,141 mi+1 mi
- 20/03/2025104,868 mi+5,727 mi
Average of roughly 5,400 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mitsubishi Mitsubishi Colt
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: MITSUBISHI COLT
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Allshift Semi-Auto Actuator Failure(Serious)
The electronic clutch actuator in semi-automatic models can fail, leaving the car stuck in gear.
- Timing Chain Stretch(Serious)
The 1.1 and 1.3 petrol engines use timing chains that can stretch if oil changes are neglected.
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