2012 Mitsubishi Colt 1.3L Petrol · LX12 HBP
2012 Mitsubishi Colt (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2022. Recorded mileage 133,341 km. MOT expired on 24 Jun 2024. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Sidcup (South East London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Jun 2024
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Odometer
- 133,341 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LX12 HBP Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/06/2023
- 133,341 km recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LX12 HBP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (LX12 HBP) between June 2022 and June 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 June 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (13 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 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: “Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))”; “Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))”; “Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))”.
LX12 HBP Odometer History
- 14/06/2022131,286 km
- 22/06/2022131,289 km+3 km
- 26/06/2023133,341 km+2,052 km
- 26/06/2023133,341 km
Average of roughly 1,990 km per year across 4 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: Below 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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