2005 Mitsubishi Colt 1.3L Petrol · FP55 FXJ
2005 Mitsubishi Colt (1.3L, petrol). First registered 10/11/2005. Recorded mileage 54,420 miles. MOT valid until 28/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 54,420 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1332cc
FP55 FXJ Key Findings
- 26 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/03/2026
- 54,420 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 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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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.
FP55 FXJ Mileage History
- 11/06/20086,278 mi
- 20/01/20096,438 mi+160 mi
- 27/01/201021,626 mi+15,188 mi
- 20/01/20119,891 mi-11,735 mi
- 17/01/201217,221 mi+7,330 mi
- 04/01/201312,874 mi-4,347 mi
- 13/01/201413,672 mi+798 mi
- 13/01/201413,672 mi
- 10/03/201514,040 mi+368 mi
- 10/03/201514,040 mi
- 08/03/201620,889 mi+6,849 mi
- 07/03/201729,955 mi+9,066 mi
- 08/03/201833,219 mi+3,264 mi
- 07/03/201987,228 mi+54,009 mi
- 07/03/201937,936 mi-49,292 mi
- 05/03/202041,393 mi+3,457 mi
- 09/03/202142,998 mi+1,605 mi
- 09/03/202142,998 mi
- 09/03/202244,539 mi+1,541 mi
- 14/02/202345,207 mi+668 mi
- 18/02/202345,209 mi+2 mi
- 30/03/202446,261 mi+1,052 mi
- 26/03/202553,439 mi+7,178 mi
- 26/03/202553,439 mi
- 25/03/202654,420 mi+981 mi
- 25/03/202654,420 mi
Average of roughly 2,707 miles per year across 26 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
FP55 FXJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
26 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (FP55 FXJ) between June 2008 and March 2026.
The record contains 19 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 25 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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: “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s and o/s (3.4 (b) (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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