2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.3L Petrol · WN08 MFP
2008 Mitsubishi Colt (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 104,423 miles. MOT valid until 07 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 104,423 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WN08 MFP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/04/2026
- 104,423 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WN08 MFP 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 (WN08 MFP) between March 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 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: Tyres (12 issues), Suspension (12 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 35 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 Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural ”; “Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))”.
WN08 MFP Mileage History
- 26/03/202489,238 mi
- 03/04/202489,277 mi+39 mi
- 31/03/202593,856 mi+4,579 mi
- 01/04/2026104,171 mi+10,315 mi
- 09/04/2026104,423 mi+252 mi
Average of roughly 7,455 miles 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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