2010 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Petrol · FH10 NBK

The Mitsubishi Colt presents a stable maintenance trend based on the available DVSA records, though the current roadworthiness status is compromised by an expired certificate. The most recent test occurred on 6 July 2023 at 122,998 miles, resulting in a pass with zero defects. A retest on the same day also passed cleanly. This pattern of passing without advisories or failures indicates the vehicle met minimum safety standards at that time. However, the MOT lapsed over three years ago, meaning no verified mechanical assessment exists for the current date. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. Between the 15 July 2021 test at 104,354 miles and the 13 July 2022 test at 115,658 miles, the Colt covered 11,304 miles. The subsequent year saw a reduction to 7,340 miles, reaching 122,998 miles by 6 July 2023. This equates to an average of roughly 7,687 miles annually, reflecting consistent, moderate use rather than prolonged standing or excessive daily commuting. The data is sparse but entirely clean, showing no anomalies in recorded distances. Given the absence of flagged defects in the historical record, a buyer must rely on a thorough physical inspection to verify the current condition, particularly due to the three-year gap since the last assessment. Standard consumables like tyre tread depth, brake disc thickness, and wiper blade condition require immediate scrutiny, as these degrade naturally with age and use. More critically, the structural integrity of the underbody and suspension mounts demands close examination. A 16-year-old vehicle of this mileage is susceptible to corrosion on subframes and suspension bushes, alongside potential deterioration of rubber brake hoses and exhaust components. The clean MOT history suggests attentive previous ownership, but the lack of recent certification means verifying the current condition of coil springs, shock absorbers, and brake calipers falls entirely to the prospective buyer.