2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.3L Petrol · WN58 FUT
2008 Mitsubishi Colt (1.3L, petrol). First registered 23 Oct 2008. Recorded mileage 126,057 miles. MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 126,057 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WN58 FUT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/10/2026
- 126,057 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
WN58 FUT Mileage History
- 11/10/2024116,905 mi
- 08/10/2025121,340 mi+4,435 mi
- 10/10/2025121,340 mi
- 05/10/202695,270 mi-26,070 mi
- 07/10/2026126,057 mi+30,787 mi
Average of roughly 4,603 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
WN58 FUT 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 (WN58 FUT) between October 2024 and October 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 October 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: Suspension (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (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: “Emissions unable to be completed engine overheat (8.2.2.2 (e))”; “Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”.
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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