2013 Mitsubishi Colt 1.1L Petrol · DS62 AAZ

The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance profile with a trend toward neglected consumable upkeep. While the most recent test on 5 January 2024 at 63,082 miles resulted in a pass, the preceding failure on 4 January 2024 indicates recent mechanical and tyre issues. The tester flagged a rough offside front wheel bearing and front tyres worn close to the legal limit. These recurring issues with tyres and wipers suggest a pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a 2013 vehicle, averaging approximately 4,852 miles per year. The record shows steady, incremental growth from 20,270 miles in January 2016 to 63,082 miles in January 2024. This low-use pattern can sometimes lead to component degradation due to inactivity, such as the rubber deterioration seen in the 2016 failure regarding the offside front CV joint gaiter. The data shows no significant gaps in testing, though the low annual mileage means the vehicle has likely spent considerable time stationary. A prospective buyer should focus on the mechanical components that have appeared repeatedly in the MOT history. The recurring issues with tyres and windscreen wipers suggest the owner often waits for a failure before addressing basic consumables. The 2024 failure specifically noted a rough wheel bearing, so a thorough inspection of all wheel bearings and suspension components is necessary to ensure no further play or noise exists. The history also shows previous issues with wheel distortion, specifically a nearside rear road wheel with a distorted inner lip noted in both 2020 and 2022. This indicates the vehicle may have encountered significant impacts or been driven with low tyre pressures for extended periods. You should inspect the integrity of all four alloy or steel wheels for similar distortions or cracks. Finally, check the current condition of the braking system, as the 2020 test flagged thin front brake pads, and ensure the tyres currently meet legal tread depth requirements.