2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Petrol · VA08 AFK
2008 Mitsubishi Colt (1.5L, petrol). First registered 26/07/2008. Recorded mileage 61,442 miles. MOT valid until 03/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/05/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 61,442 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1499cc
VA08 AFK Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/05/2026
- 61,442 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects 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: Good
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.
VA08 AFK Mileage History
- 16/07/201110,765 mi
- 07/07/201213,922 mi+3,157 mi
- 06/07/201317,464 mi+3,542 mi
- 05/07/201421,166 mi+3,702 mi
- 05/07/201421,166 mi
- 07/07/201522,517 mi+1,351 mi
- 04/07/201624,847 mi+2,330 mi
- 10/07/201728,040 mi+3,193 mi
- 05/07/201830,199 mi+2,159 mi
- 08/07/201932,395 mi+2,196 mi
- 06/07/202033,443 mi+1,048 mi
- 05/07/202134,286 mi+843 mi
- 13/07/202237,452 mi+3,166 mi
- 11/07/202344,302 mi+6,850 mi
- 08/07/202452,862 mi+8,560 mi
- 04/04/202557,518 mi+4,656 mi
- 05/05/202661,442 mi+3,924 mi
Average of roughly 3,423 miles per year across 17 recorded odometer readings.
VA08 AFK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (VA08 AFK) between July 2011 and May 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 05 May 2026 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: Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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 Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)”; “Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)”.
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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