2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.1L Petrol · SM08 VYA
2008 Mitsubishi Colt (1.1L, petrol). First registered 30/05/2008. Recorded mileage 137,593 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Edinburgh
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/03/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 137,593 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1124cc
SM08 VYA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/03/2025
- 137,593 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 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.
SM08 VYA Mileage History
- 16/03/2023126,068 mi
- 13/03/2024132,604 mi+6,536 mi
- 20/03/2024132,660 mi+56 mi
- 20/03/2025137,588 mi+4,928 mi
- 26/03/2025137,593 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 5,680 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SM08 VYA 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 (SM08 VYA) between March 2023 and March 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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