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Mitsubishi Colt

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,493 cc

LX55 TMUMOT history

LX55 TMU is a blue diesel Mitsubishi Colt first used on 2 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 158,755 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2026.

LX55 TMU blue Mitsubishi Colt – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
158,755 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,612 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 TMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Colt
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,493 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
2 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 TMU was last recorded at 158,755 miles on 22 Aug 2026, 2,556 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,199 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,556 miles
Average per year
5,612 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,755 miles
  • 2025 – 156,199 miles
  • 2024 – 152,153 miles
  • 2023 – 147,326 miles
  • 2022 – 145,758 miles
  • 2021 – 141,351 miles
  • 2020 – 140,440 miles
  • 2019 – 139,524 miles
  • 2018 – 138,619 miles
  • 2017 – 137,929 miles
  • 2016 – 137,354 miles
  • 2015 – 136,634 miles
  • 2014 – 134,992 miles
  • 2013 – 125,443 miles
  • 2012 – 114,935 miles
  • 2011 – 104,299 miles
  • 2010 – 90,646 miles
  • 2009 – 74,021 miles
  • 2008 – 57,495 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,755 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,755 miles (+2,556)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    158,755 miles
    Test number
    680251220233
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass156,199 miles (+6)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    156,199 miles
    Test number
    732330330059
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail156,193 miles (+4,040)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,193 miles
    Test number
    900662276974
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Dripping off bottom of fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass152,153 miles (+4,827)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    152,153 miles
    Test number
    978351387115
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass147,326 miles (+1,568)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    147,326 miles
    Test number
    260641294747
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass145,758 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    145,758 miles
    Test number
    400816186172
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail145,758 miles (+4,407)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,758 miles
    Test number
    135425328818
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass141,351 miles (+911)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    141,351 miles
    Test number
    646998672450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass140,440 miles (+916)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    140,440 miles
    Test number
    956275151661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass139,524 miles (+905)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    139,524 miles
    Test number
    271289007499
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass138,619 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    138,619 miles
    Test number
    134721039493
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPassenger door can only be opened with key

  12. Fail138,619 miles (+690)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,619 miles
    Test number
    360769362149
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPassenger door can only be opened with key

  13. Pass137,929 miles (+575)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    137,929 miles
    Test number
    448934893606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass137,354 miles (+720)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    137,354 miles
    Test number
    912444714811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass136,634 miles (+1,642)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    136,634 miles
    Test number
    490430909516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass134,992 miles (+9,549)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    134,992 miles
    Test number
    625593024299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass125,443 miles (+10,508)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    125,443 miles
    Test number
    475587913203
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass114,935 miles (+10,636)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    114,935 miles
    Test number
    519673532261
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass104,299 miles (+13,653)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    104,299 miles
    Test number
    789157021299
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass90,646 miles (+16,625)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    90,646 miles
    Test number
    341859830494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass74,021 miles (+16,526)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    74,021 miles
    Test number
    731333329228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    57,495 miles
    Test number
    381749918495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 TMU

Does LX55 TMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX55 TMU is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX55 TMU?
The MOT on LX55 TMU is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX55 TMU done?
LX55 TMU was recorded at 158,755 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2026, an average of 5,612 miles a year.
Has LX55 TMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 TMU has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LX55 TMU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LX55 TMU find?
LX55 TMU passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill; offside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill.

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