2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Diesel · RE08 VTM
2008 Mitsubishi Colt (1.5L, diesel). First registered 01/04/2008. Recorded mileage 58,756 miles. MOT valid until 13/03/2027. Taxed until 01/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/03/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/05/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 58,756 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1493cc
RE08 VTM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/03/2026
- 58,756 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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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.
RE08 VTM Mileage History
- 22/02/202356,429 mi
- 23/02/202457,245 mi+816 mi
- 03/03/202558,007 mi+762 mi
- 09/03/202658,756 mi+749 mi
- 10/03/202658,756 mi
Average of roughly 764 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RE08 VTM 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 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (RE08 VTM) between February 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
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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