2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.3L Petrol · WG08 FEH
2008 Mitsubishi Colt (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 May 2008. Recorded mileage 55,947 miles. MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 55,947 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WG08 FEH Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/03/2026
- 55,947 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WG08 FEH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (WG08 FEH) between April 2011 and March 2026.
The record contains 15 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 23 March 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 (9 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 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 Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”.
WG08 FEH Mileage History
- 20/04/201116,141 mi
- 04/04/201217,586 mi+1,445 mi
- 12/04/201319,039 mi+1,453 mi
- 25/04/201420,051 mi+1,012 mi
- 29/04/201420,068 mi+17 mi
- 17/04/201521,195 mi+1,127 mi
- 17/04/201521,195 mi
- 03/05/201622,503 mi+1,308 mi
- 26/04/201723,563 mi+1,060 mi
- 11/05/201824,841 mi+1,278 mi
- 03/10/201926,305 mi+1,464 mi
- 03/10/201926,305 mi
- 01/10/202028,955 mi+2,650 mi
- 02/02/202231,040 mi+2,085 mi
- 09/03/202340,716 mi+9,676 mi
- 11/03/202447,890 mi+7,174 mi
- 10/03/202551,506 mi+3,616 mi
- 23/03/202655,947 mi+4,441 mi
Average of roughly 2,667 miles per year across 18 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: 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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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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