2007 Mitsubishi Colt 1.1L Petrol · LB07 VZC

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening condition regarding the braking and exhaust systems. While the car passed the October 2025 test at 84,113 miles, the tester identified a corroded rear brake pipe covered in grease and a minor exhaust leak. The fact that the rear brakes only just met the imbalance requirements suggests the braking system is reaching the end of its effective life. This follows a pattern of recurring issues where faults are identified in previous years but may not have been fully addressed. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 84,113 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 4,400 miles. This low-use profile often correlates with age-related degradation of components rather than mechanical wear from distance. The data shows consistent annual usage with roughly 2,700 to 3,000 miles driven between tests since October 2022. However, the low mileage does not prevent the oxidation of rubber and metal parts, as evidenced by the persistent perishing tyres and corroded piping. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking hardware and suspension components. The recurring presence of corroded brake pipes noted in both 2022 and 2025 indicates a lack of preventative maintenance and could lead to sudden failure. The buyer should also check the front drive shaft boots and anti-roll bar linkages, which failed in 2022, to ensure they were replaced and are not failing again. Given the exhaust system has flagged leaks in 2024 and 2025, the entire rear section or manifold likely requires replacement to prevent further emissions failures or structural thinning.