2013 Mitsubishi Colt 1.3L Petrol · GV62 LUR

The vehicle presents a generally roadworthy profile, though the most recent inspection indicates a lapse in basic preventative maintenance. While the car achieved three consecutive passes between 2022 and 2024, the test on 19 December 2025 at 76,464 miles resulted in a failure due to lighting issues and significant tyre defects. The subsequent pass on the same day suggests the owner addressed these immediate faults quickly, but the transition from a clean record to a multi-point failure marks a shift toward less diligent attention to consumable items. At 13 years old, this Mitsubishi Colt has averaged approximately 5,882 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average. The data shows a consistent annual usage of roughly 5,500 to 6,500 miles between 2022 and 2025. This low mileage typically implies less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but long periods of inactivity often lead to rubber-based components degrading, which is evidenced by the perishing of the tyres noted in the December 2025 test. A buyer should physically inspect the condition of all four tyres, as the recent failure highlighted both cracking and a deep cut reaching the cords. Given the age of the vehicle and the low mileage, close attention must be paid to dry rot on sidewalls and perished suspension bushes, which often fail when cars sit for extended periods. While no structural corrosion or mechanical binding issues were flagged in the history, the lack of recent defects warrants a thorough check of the brake discs for surface rust and the calipers for seized pistons due to short runs.