2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Petrol · FH08 UTA
2008 Mitsubishi Colt (1.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 55,138 miles. MOT valid until 30 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 55,138 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FH08 UTA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/12/2025
- 55,138 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FH08 UTA 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 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (FH08 UTA) between December 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”; “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
FH08 UTA Mileage History
- 12/12/202352,282 mi
- 15/12/202352,283 mi+1 mi
- 18/12/202454,234 mi+1,951 mi
- 20/12/202454,236 mi+2 mi
- 01/12/202555,138 mi+902 mi
Average of roughly 1,448 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: 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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