2006 Mitsubishi Colt 1.1L Petrol · RO06 XUS
2006 Mitsubishi Colt (1.1L, petrol). First registered 28 Mar 2006. Recorded mileage 144,281 miles. MOT valid until 28 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 144,281 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RO06 XUS Key Findings
- 26 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/03/2026
- 144,281 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RO06 XUS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
26 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (RO06 XUS) between March 2009 and March 2026.
The record contains 18 passes and 8 failures.
The most recent test on 20 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (13 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Suspension (11 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 30 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
RO06 XUS Mileage History
- 27/03/200918,552 mi
- 30/03/201027,648 mi+9,096 mi
- 22/03/201137,446 mi+9,798 mi
- 25/03/201137,468 mi+22 mi
- 27/03/201247,285 mi+9,817 mi
- 27/03/201247,285 mi
- 23/03/201357,427 mi+10,142 mi
- 28/03/201467,122 mi+9,695 mi
- 21/03/201578,125 mi+11,003 mi
- 17/03/201688,798 mi+10,673 mi
- 17/03/201688,798 mi
- 16/03/201799,321 mi+10,523 mi
- 03/03/2018108,453 mi+9,132 mi
- 03/03/2018108,453 mi
- 11/03/2019115,712 mi+7,259 mi
- 24/03/2020118,389 mi+2,677 mi
- 24/03/2021120,886 mi+2,497 mi
- 23/03/2022125,213 mi+4,327 mi
- 24/03/2022125,230 mi+17 mi
- 25/03/2023128,627 mi+3,397 mi
- 29/03/2023128,667 mi+40 mi
- 20/03/2024132,595 mi+3,928 mi
- 26/03/2024132,613 mi+18 mi
- 26/03/2025138,221 mi+5,608 mi
- 20/03/2026144,281 mi+6,060 mi
- 20/03/2026144,281 mi
Average of roughly 7,404 miles per year across 26 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: 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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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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