2007 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Petrol · EF57 EFK
2007 Mitsubishi Colt (1.5L, petrol). First registered 21 Dec 2007. Recorded mileage 168,083 miles. MOT expired on 28 Sept 2024. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 28 Sept 2024
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 168,083 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EF57 EFK Key Findings
- 23 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/09/2023
- 168,083 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 9 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring windscreen items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EF57 EFK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
23 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (EF57 EFK) between December 2010 and September 2023.
The record contains 14 passes and 9 failures.
The most recent test on 15 September 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 9 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (16 issues), Brakes (13 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Suspension (8 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 40 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: “Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre box hole (6.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
EF57 EFK Mileage History
- 10/12/201023,059 mi
- 01/09/201134,518 mi+11,459 mi
- 30/08/201245,685 mi+11,167 mi
- 19/08/201355,304 mi+9,619 mi
- 19/08/201355,305 mi+1 mi
- 29/08/201468,375 mi+13,070 mi
- 29/08/201468,375 mi
- 22/08/201582,594 mi+14,219 mi
- 22/08/201582,594 mi
- 20/08/201693,734 mi+11,140 mi
- 20/08/201693,734 mi
- 12/08/2017106,010 mi+12,276 mi
- 12/08/2017106,010 mi
- 31/08/2018120,706 mi+14,696 mi
- 03/09/2018120,706 mi
- 29/08/2019129,752 mi+9,046 mi
- 29/08/2019129,754 mi+2 mi
- 21/08/2020132,962 mi+3,208 mi
- 24/08/2020132,996 mi+34 mi
- 29/09/2021142,298 mi+9,302 mi
- 30/09/2021142,305 mi+7 mi
- 08/09/2022152,711 mi+10,406 mi
- 15/09/2023168,083 mi+15,372 mi
Average of roughly 11,362 miles per year across 23 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: 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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