2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.1L Petrol · SO08 DHC
2008 Mitsubishi Colt (1.1L, petrol). First registered 27 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 105,287 miles. MOT expired on 23 Sept 2022.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 23 Sept 2022
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (31 Jul 2022)
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,287 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SO08 DHC Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/09/2021
- 105,287 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SO08 DHC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (SO08 DHC) between June 2011 and September 2021.
The record contains 11 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 24 September 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 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: “Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)”; “Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt”; “Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dir”.
SO08 DHC Mileage History
- 18/06/201115,339 mi
- 19/06/201221,797 mi+6,458 mi
- 10/06/201327,136 mi+5,339 mi
- 10/06/201327,136 mi
- 27/06/201433,423 mi+6,287 mi
- 27/06/201433,423 mi
- 26/06/201546,708 mi+13,285 mi
- 24/06/201663,578 mi+16,870 mi
- 27/06/201663,579 mi+1 mi
- 26/06/201774,617 mi+11,038 mi
- 29/06/201774,652 mi+35 mi
- 29/06/201885,442 mi+10,790 mi
- 27/06/201992,989 mi+7,547 mi
- 21/09/2020100,346 mi+7,357 mi
- 24/09/2021105,287 mi+4,941 mi
Average of roughly 8,759 miles per year across 15 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: 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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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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