2013 Mitsubishi Colt 1.3L Petrol · FR62 MYK

This 2013 Mitsubishi Colt presents a clean bill of health in its most recent MOT, passing on 26 January 2026 at 64,669 miles with zero defects. That is a strong result, and the maintenance trend is clearly improving. The vehicle failed a test on 1 February 2024 at 59,114 miles for misaligned washer jets and worn front tyre edges, but the very same day it was retested and passed with only the tyre wear advisory remaining. By January 2025 at 62,352 miles, even that advisory had cleared. Two consecutive clean passes since then indicate the last owner addressed the issues promptly and has kept on top of basic upkeep. The mileage profile is notably low for a thirteen-year-old car. At roughly 4,975 miles per year, this Colt has seen light use. The annual increments are consistent: about 3,500 miles between January 2023 and February 2024, then 3,238 miles to January 2025, and 2,317 miles in the most recent twelve-month period. That slight drop in annual mileage could suggest shorter commutes or periods of limited use. There are no alarming gaps in the record, and the MOT history covers every year from 2023 to 2026 without missing entries, which is reassuring. Despite the clean recent record, a buyer should still inspect the front tyres carefully. The February 2024 advisory for edge wear on both front tyres points to possible misalignment or worn suspension bushes, even though the issue has not recurred since. Check the inner and outer edges of the front tyres for uneven wear, and listen for clunking from the front end over rough surfaces. The windscreen washer jets were also flagged as misaligned in 2024, so verify both jets are hitting the screen correctly and not spraying over the bonnet or bonnet. On a thirteen-year-old car with low mileage, long periods of standing can cause perished rubber hoses, dried-out seals, and surface corrosion on brake lines and subframe mounting points. A thorough underside inspection for structural rust, particularly around suspension mounting points and sills, is advisable before committing to purchase.