2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.3L Petrol · FN08 HVB
2008 Mitsubishi Colt (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2008. Recorded mileage 101,716 miles. MOT valid until 26/08/2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26/08/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 101,716 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1332cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
FN08 HVB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/08/2026
- 101,716 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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FN08 HVB Mileage History
- 08/03/202399,715 mi
- 27/08/2024101,064 mi+1,349 mi
- 14/08/2025101,509 mi+445 mi
- 15/08/2025101,510 mi+1 mi
- 27/08/2026101,716 mi+206 mi
Average of roughly 576 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FN08 HVB 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 (FN08 HVB) between March 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 August 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: Brakes (10 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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: “Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1”; “Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (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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