2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Petrol · YK08 VSA
2008 Mitsubishi Colt (1.5L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2008. Recorded mileage 72,282 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Leeds
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,282 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1493cc
YK08 VSA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/09/2025
- 72,282 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.
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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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.
YK08 VSA Mileage History
- 01/09/202266,669 mi
- 29/08/202368,882 mi+2,213 mi
- 15/08/202470,573 mi+1,691 mi
- 03/09/202572,257 mi+1,684 mi
- 06/09/202572,282 mi+25 mi
Average of roughly 1,862 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YK08 VSA 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 (YK08 VSA) between September 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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