2005 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Petrol · DA05 PLJ
2005 Mitsubishi Colt (1.5L, petrol). First registered 30/06/2005. Recorded mileage 72,619 miles. MOT valid until 12/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Chester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,619 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1468cc
DA05 PLJ Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/02/2026
- 72,619 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
DA05 PLJ Mileage History
- 11/01/202467,064 mi
- 13/02/202672,619 mi+5,555 mi
- 13/02/202672,619 mi
Average of roughly 2,656 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
DA05 PLJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (DA05 PLJ) between January 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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