2006 Mitsubishi Colt 1.3L Petrol · NU06 UEW
2006 Mitsubishi Colt (1.3L, petrol). First registered 28 Apr 2006. Recorded mileage 80,360 miles. MOT valid until 24 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Stockton-on-Tees
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 80,360 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NU06 UEW Key Findings
- 25 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/10/2026
- 80,360 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (20 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NU06 UEW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
25 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (NU06 UEW) between April 2009 and October 2026.
The record contains 18 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 13 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (20 issues), Lighting (19 issues), Suspension (14 issues), Steering (11 issues), Tyres (7 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 37 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 Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split/torn (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))”; “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)”.
NU06 UEW Mileage History
- 06/04/200911,672 mi
- 23/07/201016,971 mi+5,299 mi
- 23/07/201016,971 mi
- 13/09/201124,157 mi+7,186 mi
- 13/09/201124,157 mi
- 11/09/201230,612 mi+6,455 mi
- 26/10/201337,426 mi+6,814 mi
- 26/10/201337,426 mi
- 25/10/201444,593 mi+7,167 mi
- 24/10/201550,386 mi+5,793 mi
- 23/09/201656,121 mi+5,735 mi
- 23/09/201656,121 mi
- 01/09/201761,383 mi+5,262 mi
- 01/09/201761,383 mi
- 25/09/201865,918 mi+4,535 mi
- 20/10/201970,175 mi+4,257 mi
- 21/10/201970,214 mi+39 mi
- 23/10/202072,863 mi+2,649 mi
- 25/10/202175,476 mi+2,613 mi
- 26/10/202278,174 mi+2,698 mi
- 16/10/202379,126 mi+952 mi
- 16/10/202379,126 mi
- 22/10/202479,757 mi+631 mi
- 20/10/202580,192 mi+435 mi
- 13/10/202680,360 mi+168 mi
Average of roughly 3,921 miles per year across 25 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: 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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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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