2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Diesel · RV08 VGK
2008 Mitsubishi Colt (1.5L, diesel). First registered 20/03/2008. Recorded mileage 92,741 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/03/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,741 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
RV08 VGK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/03/2025
- 92,741 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.
RV08 VGK Mileage History
- 04/03/202279,982 mi
- 21/03/202381,165 mi+1,183 mi
- 18/03/202486,162 mi+4,997 mi
- 22/03/202592,687 mi+6,525 mi
- 24/03/202592,741 mi+54 mi
Average of roughly 4,175 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RV08 VGK 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 (RV08 VGK) between March 2022 and March 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 March 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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