2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Petrol · WH08 ATZ
2008 Mitsubishi Colt (1.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 131,802 km. MOT expired on 14 Feb 2026. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 14 Feb 2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Odometer
- 131,802 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WH08 ATZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/02/2025
- 131,802 km recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WH08 ATZ 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 (WH08 ATZ) between February 2022 and February 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 February 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
WH08 ATZ Odometer History
- 14/02/2022109,047 km
- 02/02/2023119,517 km+10,470 km
- 09/02/2023119,620 km+103 km
- 15/02/2024125,613 km+5,993 km
- 14/02/2025131,802 km+6,189 km
Average of roughly 7,584 km per year across 5 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: 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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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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