2009 Mitsubishi Colt 1.1L Petrol · SV59 ABZ
2009 Mitsubishi Colt (1.1L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2009. Recorded mileage 70,992 miles. MOT expired on 21 Feb 2024. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Aberdeen
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Feb 2024
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 70,992 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SV59 ABZ Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/02/2023
- 70,992 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SV59 ABZ MOT History
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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (SV59 ABZ) between December 2021 and February 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 February 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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 Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))”; “Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))”.
SV59 ABZ Mileage History
- 09/12/202166,857 mi
- 20/12/202166,887 mi+30 mi
- 22/02/202370,992 mi+4,105 mi
Average of roughly 3,433 miles per year across 3 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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