2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.3L Petrol · VF57 EPJ
2008 Mitsubishi Colt (1.3L, petrol). First registered 26/02/2008. Recorded mileage 102,900 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10/11/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 102,900 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1332cc
VF57 EPJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/10/2024
- 102,900 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.
VF57 EPJ Mileage History
- 30/10/202193,310 mi
- 11/11/202299,593 mi+6,283 mi
- 11/11/202299,593 mi
- 10/11/2023101,554 mi+1,961 mi
- 31/10/2024102,900 mi+1,346 mi
Average of roughly 3,193 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
VF57 EPJ 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 (VF57 EPJ) between October 2021 and October 2024.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 31 October 2024 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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