2010 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Petrol · EY60 EES

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate following a pass on 31 March 2026 at 158,558 miles. While the car successfully met the required safety standards, the presence of advisories regarding cracking and perishing rubber on both the nearside rear and offside front tyres indicates a lack of proactive maintenance regarding consumable components. The overall mechanical trend appears stable, though the absence of recorded testing between December 2021 and March 2026 suggests a significant period of inactivity or potential gaps in the formal maintenance record that require further investigation. With a total of 158,558 miles accumulated over 16 years, the vehicle averages approximately 9,910 miles per annum, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a car of this age. The four-year gap between the December 2021 test at 154,165 miles and the most recent March 2026 inspection is notable, as the car covered only 4,393 miles during that extended timeframe. Such low usage over several years often leads to the degradation of rubber seals, seized brake components, and the potential for internal corrosion if the vehicle was stored in an uncontrolled environment. Prospective buyers should prioritise a physical inspection of the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these components are prone to fatigue and corrosion on high-mileage Mitsubishi platforms. Given the tyre condition noted in the latest test, check the brake discs for signs of surface pitting or heavy corrosion resulting from the prolonged period of low usage. Inspect the underside of the vehicle for structural integrity, specifically focusing on the sills and subframe mounting points, as these areas are common failure points for this model. Ensure the engine cooling system and auxiliary belts have been serviced recently, as the long hiatus in the MOT history suggests the vehicle may have missed scheduled preventative maintenance.