2005 Mitsubishi Colt 1.3L Petrol · EF55 FHM
2005 Mitsubishi Colt (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01/12/2005. Recorded mileage 99,568 miles. MOT valid until 03/06/2027. Taxed until 01/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Chelmsford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/06/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/02/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,568 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1332cc
EF55 FHM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/06/2026
- 99,568 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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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.
EF55 FHM Mileage History
- 23/05/202368,761 mi
- 28/05/202478,368 mi+9,607 mi
- 03/06/202591,337 mi+12,969 mi
- 04/06/202699,568 mi+8,231 mi
- 05/06/202699,568 mi
Average of roughly 10,147 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
EF55 FHM 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 (EF55 FHM) between May 2023 and June 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 05 June 2026 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: Lighting (7 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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 Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
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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