2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Petrol · LM08 UTU
2008 Mitsubishi Colt (1.5L, petrol). First registered 01/04/2008. Recorded mileage 42,433 miles. MOT valid until 01/04/2027. Taxed until 01/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/04/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/04/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 42,433 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1499cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
LM08 UTU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/04/2026
- 42,433 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
LM08 UTU Mileage History
- 03/04/202326,337 mi
- 02/04/202429,826 mi+3,489 mi
- 25/03/202536,133 mi+6,307 mi
- 25/03/202536,133 mi
- 01/04/202642,433 mi+6,300 mi
Average of roughly 5,374 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LM08 UTU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (LM08 UTU) between April 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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 Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”.
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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