2005 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Petrol · DV05 AHZ
2005 Mitsubishi Colt (1.5L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 129,230 miles. MOT valid until 02 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 129,230 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DV05 AHZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/11/2025
- 129,230 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DV05 AHZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (DV05 AHZ) between June 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 03 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Steering (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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: “Brake hose excessively twisted both front brake flexi hose brackets broken and pipes twisted o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
DV05 AHZ Mileage History
- 23/06/2022101,092 mi
- 07/08/2023102,281 mi+1,189 mi
- 07/08/2023102,281 mi
- 30/08/2024107,294 mi+5,013 mi
- 03/11/2025129,230 mi+21,936 mi
Average of roughly 8,361 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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: Good
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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