2006 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Diesel · RF56 AEN

The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy state with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 14 November 2025 at 79,668 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This clean bill of health follows a pattern of successful tests over the last three years, suggesting the car is being kept in a condition that meets minimum legal standards. The mileage is exceptionally low for a twenty year old vehicle, averaging under 4,000 miles per year. Between 9 November 2023 and 14 November 2025, the odometer rose from 74,606 to 79,668 miles. This indicates a consistent but light usage pattern of roughly 2,500 miles annually over the last two years. Such low usage often reduces wear on the drivetrain and interior, though it can lead to issues with perished rubber components or stagnant fluids. The MOT record is unusually clean, showing no recorded defects or advisories across multiple years. While the failures on 8 November 2023 and 13 November 2025 were resolved within twenty four hours, the lack of specific defect data in the record makes it difficult to identify recurring mechanical weaknesses. This absence of reported wear on consumables like brake discs or suspension bushes is atypical for a vehicle of this age. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on areas the MOT may overlook or that suffer from low-mileage stagnation. Check for corrosion on the chassis and sills, as older Japanese city cars are prone to structural rust. Inspect the tyres for age-related cracking regardless of tread depth and verify that the brake calipers are not seizing from disuse. A manual check of the engine oil and coolant condition will confirm if the vehicle has suffered from long periods of standing.