2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.1L Petrol · BV08 WRU
2008 Mitsubishi Colt (1.1L, petrol). First registered 30/05/2008. Recorded mileage 149,604 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30/11/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,604 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1124cc
BV08 WRU Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/11/2024
- 149,604 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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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.
BV08 WRU Mileage History
- 23/05/201110,168 mi
- 24/05/201215,779 mi+5,611 mi
- 20/05/201323,870 mi+8,091 mi
- 27/05/201438,657 mi+14,787 mi
- 27/05/201555,342 mi+16,685 mi
- 27/05/201555,342 mi
- 26/05/201670,686 mi+15,344 mi
- 25/05/201786,057 mi+15,371 mi
- 18/05/201898,065 mi+12,008 mi
- 22/05/2019108,513 mi+10,448 mi
- 16/11/2020120,020 mi+11,507 mi
- 16/11/2020120,020 mi
- 16/11/2021126,355 mi+6,335 mi
- 18/11/2022129,456 mi+3,101 mi
- 22/11/2023138,035 mi+8,579 mi
- 27/11/2023138,036 mi+1 mi
- 29/11/2024149,604 mi+11,568 mi
Average of roughly 10,312 miles per year across 17 recorded odometer readings.
BV08 WRU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (BV08 WRU) between May 2011 and November 2024.
The record contains 14 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 29 November 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))”; “Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.
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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