2005 Mitsubishi Colt 1.1L Petrol · LS55 LRV
2005 Mitsubishi Colt (1.1L, petrol). First registered 08 Dec 2005. Recorded mileage 52,206 miles. MOT valid until 05 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 52,206 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LS55 LRV Key Findings
- 26 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/03/2026
- 52,206 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LS55 LRV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
26 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (LS55 LRV) between March 2009 and March 2026.
The record contains 18 passes and 8 failures.
The most recent test on 03 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (15 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Offside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.
LS55 LRV Mileage History
- 06/03/200925,108 mi
- 01/03/201035,202 mi+10,094 mi
- 01/03/201035,202 mi
- 03/03/201136,532 mi+1,330 mi
- 27/02/201237,664 mi+1,132 mi
- 28/02/201237,666 mi+2 mi
- 01/03/201338,908 mi+1,242 mi
- 01/03/201338,908 mi
- 26/02/201440,475 mi+1,567 mi
- 23/02/201541,896 mi+1,421 mi
- 01/03/201643,465 mi+1,569 mi
- 21/02/201744,698 mi+1,233 mi
- 21/02/201744,698 mi
- 27/02/201845,718 mi+1,020 mi
- 27/02/201845,718 mi
- 25/02/201946,555 mi+837 mi
- 25/02/202047,410 mi+855 mi
- 01/03/202148,082 mi+672 mi
- 25/02/202248,701 mi+619 mi
- 28/02/202349,459 mi+758 mi
- 28/02/202349,459 mi
- 28/02/202450,263 mi+804 mi
- 25/02/202551,068 mi+805 mi
- 25/02/202551,068 mi
- 03/03/202652,206 mi+1,138 mi
- 03/03/202652,206 mi
Average of roughly 1,595 miles per year across 26 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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