2009 Mitsubishi Colt 1.3L Petrol · AD09 TKA

The Mitsubishi Colt presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 5 July 2025 at 46,897 miles. A failed test occurred two days prior at 46,885 miles, though the record shows no defects, indicating an aborted or incomplete inspection rather than a mechanical failure. Since 2022, the vehicle has consistently passed its annual MOTs without a single advisory or defect, demonstrating reliable mechanical integrity and diligent upkeep by the previous keeper. The mileage accumulation aligns with exceptionally light usage. Between 2 July 2022 at 25,745 miles and 1 July 2024 at 39,267 miles, the car covered 13,522 miles over two years, averaging roughly 6,761 miles annually during that period. The most recent year shows a stark contrast, with only 7,630 miles added between July 2024 and July 2025, and a mere 12 miles recorded between the failed and passed tests in July 2025. This low annual mileage of approximately 2,759 miles over the vehicle's lifespan suggests prolonged periods of standing, which requires specific attention to perishable components. Despite the absence of flagged defects, the vehicle's age and low mileage necessitate a focused physical inspection. Buyers should scrutinize the condition of the tyres, looking for sidewall cracking and perishing caused by age and static storage rather than tread wear. Suspension bushes and exhaust mounts require close examination, as rubber components degrade over time regardless of mileage. Brake discs and calipers must be checked for surface corrosion and binding, a common issue when a car sits unused for extended periods. The underbody and structural points around the sills and subframes warrant inspection for corrosion, ensuring the low mileage has not masked environmental deterioration.