2005 Mitsubishi Colt 1.3L Petrol · WP05 JVL
2005 Mitsubishi Colt (1.3L, petrol). First registered 25 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 132,154 miles. MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 132,154 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WP05 JVL Key Findings
- 30 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/03/2026
- 132,154 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 11 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WP05 JVL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
30 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (WP05 JVL) between April 2008 and March 2026.
The record contains 19 passes and 11 failures.
The most recent test on 25 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 11 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 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 Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of”.
WP05 JVL Mileage History
- 14/04/200818,845 mi
- 14/04/200818,845 mi
- 04/04/200928,790 mi+9,945 mi
- 10/04/201040,203 mi+11,413 mi
- 05/04/201151,186 mi+10,983 mi
- 05/04/201151,186 mi
- 24/03/201261,339 mi+10,153 mi
- 21/03/201370,710 mi+9,371 mi
- 21/03/201370,710 mi
- 21/03/201480,322 mi+9,612 mi
- 09/04/201586,794 mi+6,472 mi
- 09/04/201586,794 mi
- 01/03/201692,222 mi+5,428 mi
- 10/03/201692,354 mi+132 mi
- 09/03/201797,121 mi+4,767 mi
- 13/03/201797,121 mi
- 13/02/2018100,829 mi+3,708 mi
- 19/02/2018100,888 mi+59 mi
- 12/03/2019108,396 mi+7,508 mi
- 13/03/2019108,398 mi+2 mi
- 13/03/2020117,852 mi+9,454 mi
- 14/03/2020117,852 mi
- 12/03/2021121,492 mi+3,640 mi
- 18/03/2021121,496 mi+4 mi
- 12/03/2022124,676 mi+3,180 mi
- 17/03/2023127,054 mi+2,378 mi
- 23/03/2024128,625 mi+1,571 mi
- 20/03/2025129,119 mi+494 mi
- 20/03/2026132,154 mi+3,035 mi
- 25/03/2026132,154 mi
Average of roughly 6,315 miles per year across 30 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: 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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