2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Diesel · YG08 UBC
2008 Mitsubishi Colt (1.5L, diesel). First registered 30 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 101,959 miles. MOT expired on 10 Sept 2023.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 10 Sept 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 101,959 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YG08 UBC Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/09/2022
- 101,959 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.
YG08 UBC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (YG08 UBC) between August 2022 and September 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 September 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is like”; “Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt INNER O”.
YG08 UBC Mileage History
- 29/08/2022101,831 mi
- 06/09/2022101,959 mi+128 mi
Average of roughly 5,672 miles per year across 2 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: Poor
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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