2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Petrol · DD07 PDD
2008 Mitsubishi Colt (1.5L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 36,193 miles. MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 36,193 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DD07 PDD Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/04/2026
- 36,193 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring windscreen items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DD07 PDD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (DD07 PDD) between March 2011 and April 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 17 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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 Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”.
DD07 PDD Mileage History
- 18/03/20118,328 mi
- 13/03/201211,610 mi+3,282 mi
- 14/03/201332,762 mi+21,152 mi
- 05/04/201315,371 mi-17,391 mi
- 23/04/201420,333 mi+4,962 mi
- 23/04/201525,278 mi+4,945 mi
- 06/04/201628,169 mi+2,891 mi
- 31/03/201728,579 mi+410 mi
- 12/04/201828,805 mi+226 mi
- 30/04/201929,128 mi+323 mi
- 30/04/201929,128 mi
- 26/10/202029,754 mi+626 mi
- 20/10/202130,209 mi+455 mi
- 20/10/202130,209 mi
- 10/10/202230,678 mi+469 mi
- 09/10/202331,180 mi+502 mi
- 29/11/202431,832 mi+652 mi
- 19/12/202431,843 mi+11 mi
- 17/04/202636,193 mi+4,350 mi
- 17/04/202636,193 mi
Average of roughly 1,847 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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: 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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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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