2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Diesel · RF08 BGU
2008 Mitsubishi Colt (1.5L, diesel). First registered 12/06/2008. Recorded mileage 165,972 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 165,972 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
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
RF08 BGU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/07/2025
- 165,972 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: 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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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.
RF08 BGU Mileage History
- 24/06/2022146,961 mi
- 07/07/2023154,403 mi+7,442 mi
- 12/07/2024160,113 mi+5,710 mi
- 11/07/2025165,971 mi+5,858 mi
- 21/07/2025165,972 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 6,183 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RF08 BGU 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 (RF08 BGU) between June 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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