2007 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Petrol · OV57 XGK

The vehicle presents in a roadworthy condition, following a clean pass in its most recent test on October 6, 2025 at 69,170 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable and improving, as the failures recorded in October 2023 and 2024 were addressed immediately, resulting in subsequent passes. This suggests the previous owner was proactive in rectifying defects once identified by testers rather than allowing faults to persist. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 69,170 miles is exceptionally low, averaging only approximately 3,641 miles per year. The data shows very consistent, low-intensity usage, with only 480 miles covered between the October 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 494 miles between October 2024 and October 2025. While this low mileage reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it often masks age-related degradation of rubber components and fluid systems which are prone to dry rot and corrosion regardless of distance travelled. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the chassis and suspension assembly, as low-mileage vehicles of this era frequently suffer from structural corrosion in the sills and wheel arches. Although the MOT record does not specify the exact nature of the previous failures, the recurring presence of faults in consecutive years often points to items like bulbs, wipers, or tyre pressure. Given the long intervals between use, inspect the tyres for sidewall cracking and ensure the brake calipers have not seized or perished due to periods of inactivity.