2005 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Petrol · VN55 NSZ
2005 Mitsubishi Colt (1.5L, petrol). First registered 29 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 103,028 miles. MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 103,028 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VN55 NSZ Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/10/2026
- 103,028 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VN55 NSZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (VN55 NSZ) between September 2008 and October 2026.
The record contains 17 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 17 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 33 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: “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”.
VN55 NSZ Mileage History
- 22/09/200828,632 mi
- 22/09/200937,553 mi+8,921 mi
- 24/09/201042,257 mi+4,704 mi
- 28/09/201130,764 mi-11,493 mi
- 21/09/201249,930 mi+19,166 mi
- 25/09/201355,198 mi+5,268 mi
- 26/09/201460,483 mi+5,285 mi
- 28/09/201565,744 mi+5,261 mi
- 01/10/201565,747 mi+3 mi
- 07/09/201671,028 mi+5,281 mi
- 31/08/201777,913 mi+6,885 mi
- 21/09/201885,961 mi+8,048 mi
- 31/01/202091,296 mi+5,335 mi
- 20/07/202193,807 mi+2,511 mi
- 30/06/202296,402 mi+2,595 mi
- 17/07/202397,683 mi+1,281 mi
- 22/07/2024100,564 mi+2,881 mi
- 30/07/2024100,573 mi+9 mi
- 17/10/2026103,028 mi+2,455 mi
- 17/10/2026103,028 mi
Average of roughly 4,118 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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: 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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