2005 Mitsubishi Colt 1.1L Petrol · YK05 KAO
2005 Mitsubishi Colt (1.1L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 52,915 miles. MOT expired on 30 Jun 2022.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Jun 2022
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (29 Mar 2022)
- Recorded Mileage
- 52,915 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YK05 KAO Key Findings
- 25 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/07/2021
- 52,915 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 9 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YK05 KAO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
25 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (YK05 KAO) between April 2007 and July 2021.
The record contains 16 passes and 9 failures.
The most recent test on 01 July 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 9 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (12 issues), Brakes (11 issues), Windscreen (8 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 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 Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 ”; “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)”.
YK05 KAO Mileage History
- 23/04/200713,679 mi
- 27/02/200815,952 mi+2,273 mi
- 27/02/200815,952 mi
- 26/03/200928,810 mi+12,858 mi
- 18/03/201023,005 mi-5,805 mi
- 18/03/201023,005 mi
- 25/03/201156,346 mi+33,341 mi
- 13/04/201127,397 mi-28,949 mi
- 01/05/201231,742 mi+4,345 mi
- 01/05/201231,742 mi
- 16/04/201335,120 mi+3,378 mi
- 16/04/201335,120 mi
- 23/04/201437,560 mi+2,440 mi
- 21/04/201540,739 mi+3,179 mi
- 23/04/201540,739 mi
- 08/04/201643,655 mi+2,916 mi
- 29/11/201744,163 mi+508 mi
- 30/11/201744,163 mi
- 30/11/201744,163 mi
- 28/11/201846,977 mi+2,814 mi
- 28/11/201846,977 mi
- 23/04/201948,065 mi+1,088 mi
- 30/06/202050,267 mi+2,202 mi
- 30/06/202050,267 mi
- 01/07/202152,915 mi+2,648 mi
Average of roughly 2,765 miles per year across 25 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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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