2012 Mitsubishi Colt 1.3L Petrol · WV12 DHO
2012 Mitsubishi Colt (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 33,456 miles. MOT valid until 05 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 33,456 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WV12 DHO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/02/2026
- 33,456 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WV12 DHO 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 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (WV12 DHO) between February 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
WV12 DHO Mileage History
- 24/02/202324,552 mi
- 01/03/202425,927 mi+1,375 mi
- 06/03/202426,065 mi+138 mi
- 25/02/202529,852 mi+3,787 mi
- 18/02/202633,456 mi+3,604 mi
Average of roughly 2,984 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: Good
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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