2006 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Diesel · RV06 OWC
2006 Mitsubishi Colt (1.5L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2006. Recorded mileage 87,816 miles. MOT expired on 31 Aug 2023. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 31 Aug 2023
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 87,816 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
RV06 OWC Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/08/2022
- 87,816 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
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.
RV06 OWC Mileage History
- 31/08/202172,334 mi
- 31/08/202172,334 mi
- 19/08/202287,816 mi+15,482 mi
- 19/08/202287,816 mi
Average of roughly 16,017 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
RV06 OWC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (RV06 OWC) between August 2021 and August 2022.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 August 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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.
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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