2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.3L Petrol · WN08 FTC

The 2008 Mitsubishi Colt presents a mixed mechanical record, demonstrating a stable outcome in its most recent test on October 18, 2025 at 105,647 miles, yet carrying persistent minor defects and advisories that indicate accumulating wear. The maintenance trend shows a transition from clean passes in October 2022 and October 2023 to accumulating advisory items in October 2024 concerning suspension components and tyres, followed by minor defects on suspension arm ball joint dust covers and lighting in the 2025 inspection. These recurring observations point to consumable components nearing the end of their operational service life rather than sudden catastrophic failures. An analysis of the mileage trajectory reveals an average accumulation of approximately 5,869 miles per year across the vehicle lifespan, totaling 105,647 miles by late 2025. The test history shows consistent annual presentation without extended gaps in the testing cadence, recording tests on October 25, 2022, October 23, 2023, October 23, 2024, and October 18, 2025. This steady usage pattern indicates regular deployment of the vehicle, though the lower overall mileage relative to age means certain rubber and suspension components may suffer from age-related degradation alongside physical wear. Prospective buyers must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front and rear suspension systems, focusing specifically on the front anti-roll bar linkage bushes and the offside rear coil spring flagged in the 2024 test. Attention should also turn to the lower suspension arm ball joint dust covers noted as severely deteriorated in the 2025 test, alongside checking the driveshaft constant velocity boots that required replacement after failing in October 2022. Finally, verify the condition of the tyres, particularly the nearside rear tyre showing perishing and the nearside front tyre noted for edge wear, while ensuring all lighting functions operate correctly.