2005 Mitsubishi Colt 1.3L Petrol · HO54 SAM
2005 Mitsubishi Colt (1.3L, petrol). First registered 23 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 70,617 miles. MOT valid until 26 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 70,617 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HO54 SAM Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/12/2025
- 70,617 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HO54 SAM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (HO54 SAM) between June 2008 and December 2025.
The record contains 18 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 18 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Tyres (10 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Steering (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 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 Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)”.
HO54 SAM Mileage History
- 20/06/200813,252 mi
- 01/06/200915,859 mi+2,607 mi
- 23/06/201018,946 mi+3,087 mi
- 10/06/201121,799 mi+2,853 mi
- 30/05/201224,023 mi+2,224 mi
- 27/06/201326,541 mi+2,518 mi
- 25/06/201428,477 mi+1,936 mi
- 19/06/201530,208 mi+1,731 mi
- 22/06/201530,218 mi+10 mi
- 21/06/201631,616 mi+1,398 mi
- 05/06/201733,982 mi+2,366 mi
- 05/06/201733,982 mi
- 12/06/201837,415 mi+3,433 mi
- 10/06/201944,047 mi+6,632 mi
- 01/12/202049,917 mi+5,870 mi
- 01/12/202049,917 mi
- 06/12/202153,079 mi+3,162 mi
- 21/12/202256,273 mi+3,194 mi
- 21/12/202256,273 mi
- 20/12/202358,940 mi+2,667 mi
- 20/12/202358,940 mi
- 09/12/202464,060 mi+5,120 mi
- 10/12/202570,612 mi+6,552 mi
- 18/12/202570,617 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 3,279 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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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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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