2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.1L Petrol · WF57 JWV
2008 Mitsubishi Colt (1.1L, petrol). First registered 23 Jan 2008. Recorded mileage 127,305 miles. MOT valid until 05 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 127,305 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WF57 JWV Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/03/2026
- 127,305 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WF57 JWV 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 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (WF57 JWV) between January 2011 and March 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 05 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (13 issues), Steering (13 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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 Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))”; “Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”.
WF57 JWV Mileage History
- 10/01/201135,593 mi
- 10/01/201135,593 mi
- 13/01/201247,772 mi+12,179 mi
- 09/01/201359,517 mi+11,745 mi
- 10/01/201470,758 mi+11,241 mi
- 05/01/201579,027 mi+8,269 mi
- 23/01/201688,251 mi+9,224 mi
- 19/01/201797,915 mi+9,664 mi
- 27/01/201797,915 mi
- 23/01/2018107,968 mi+10,053 mi
- 16/01/2019113,187 mi+5,219 mi
- 09/01/2020116,680 mi+3,493 mi
- 06/01/2021119,113 mi+2,433 mi
- 03/02/2022124,040 mi+4,927 mi
- 02/02/2023125,151 mi+1,111 mi
- 17/02/2024125,632 mi+481 mi
- 06/03/2025126,019 mi+387 mi
- 06/03/2025126,019 mi
- 05/03/2026127,305 mi+1,286 mi
- 05/03/2026127,305 mi
Average of roughly 6,055 miles per year across 20 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: 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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