2009 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Petrol · WF09 RFL
2009 Mitsubishi Colt (1.5L, petrol). First registered 30/04/2009. Recorded mileage 83,299 miles. MOT valid until 27/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 83,299 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1499cc
WF09 RFL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/04/2026
- 83,299 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
WF09 RFL Mileage History
- 02/07/202470,489 mi
- 17/06/202581,561 mi+11,072 mi
- 17/06/202581,561 mi
- 28/04/202683,295 mi+1,734 mi
- 29/04/202683,299 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 7,024 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WF09 RFL 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 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (WF09 RFL) between July 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 29 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (11 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Steering (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g)”; “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt I”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
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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