2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Petrol · FN08 YTE
2008 Mitsubishi Colt (1.5L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2008. Recorded mileage 94,188 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 94,188 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1499cc
FN08 YTE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/09/2025
- 94,188 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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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.
FN08 YTE Mileage History
- 02/10/202388,698 mi
- 05/10/202388,700 mi+2 mi
- 02/10/202491,672 mi+2,972 mi
- 23/09/202594,185 mi+2,513 mi
- 26/09/202594,188 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 2,765 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FN08 YTE 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 YTE) between October 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 September 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: Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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 Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall 205/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (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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