2009 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Petrol · DE09 FZF

The Colt presents a mixed roadworthiness picture at this snapshot. The most recent activity on 20 February 2026 is unusual: a pass and a fail were both recorded on the same date, with no defects or advisories listed against either entry. A retest on the same day is permitted under DVSA rules if a vehicle is presented for re-examination immediately after a failure, which can produce this dual-record scenario. A clean retest is a positive indicator, although the absence of defect notes on the failure entry means the specific reason for refusal cannot be determined from the record alone. Prior to this, the vehicle passed without advisories on 14 March 2025, 3 April 2024 and 24 March 2023, suggesting a generally stable compliance history over the preceding three years. Mileage accumulation is notably low for a vehicle of this age. At 79,171 miles across roughly seventeen years, the average works out at approximately 4,657 miles annually, which is well below typical usage rates and may indicate extended periods of standing or very light use. The MOT history supplied does not include specific odometer readings, so it is not possible to chart mileage progression or identify any anomalous gaps between tests. Low annual mileage reduces wear on high-mileage components such as the clutch, drivetrain and brake friction material, though long periods of inactivity can introduce their own issues through corrosion of brake discs, dry-out of rubber seals and deterioration of tyres from age rather than tread wear. Because the failure recorded in February 2026 carries no defect details, a prospective buyer cannot rely on the MOT history to identify which system triggered the refusal and should obtain the DVSA failure sheet from the testing garage. Given the vehicle's age and low mileage, a physical inspection should focus on areas that deteriorate through standing rather than use: surface corrosion on underbody structural members and brake components, tyre age and sidewall condition (including cracking), brake caliper seizing due to inactivity, perished suspension bushes and coil springs, and condition of rubber boots on steering and driveshaft joints. An inspection of the exhaust system for corrosion and a check for oil leaks from age-hardened gaskets would also be prudent. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic is strongly advisable to compensate for the limited defect information in the available MOT record.