1997 Mitsubishi Colt 1.3L Petrol · P443 CFH
1997 Mitsubishi Colt (1.3L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 1997. Recorded mileage 162,427 miles. MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 162,427 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P443 CFH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/10/2026
- 162,427 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P443 CFH 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 1997 Mitsubishi Colt (P443 CFH) between October 2022 and October 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
P443 CFH Mileage History
- 14/10/2022127,564 mi
- 05/10/2023136,543 mi+8,979 mi
- 08/10/2024148,977 mi+12,434 mi
- 08/10/2025158,148 mi+9,171 mi
- 09/10/2026162,427 mi+4,279 mi
Average of roughly 8,746 miles per year across 5 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
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