2008 Mitsubishi Colt 1.5L Diesel · YR08 FNH
2008 Mitsubishi Colt (1.5L, diesel). First registered 28 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 173,295 miles. MOT expired on 05 Feb 2025.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI COLT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 Feb 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 173,295 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YR08 FNH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 01/05/2025
- 173,295 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YR08 FNH 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 (YR08 FNH) between February 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 May 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
YR08 FNH Mileage History
- 04/02/2022129,108 mi
- 11/01/2023141,491 mi+12,383 mi
- 12/01/2023141,492 mi+1 mi
- 25/01/2024158,160 mi+16,668 mi
- 01/05/2025173,295 mi+15,135 mi
Average of roughly 13,657 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: Below Average
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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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