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Mitsubishi Colt

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,298 cc

T156 XYAMOT history

T156 XYA is a blue petrol Mitsubishi Colt first used on 30 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 87,780 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
87,780 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,530 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T156 XYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Colt
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T156 XYA was last recorded at 87,780 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 1,376 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,404 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,376 miles
Average per year
2,530 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,780 miles
  • 2025 – 86,404 miles
  • 2024 – 85,218 miles
  • 2023 – 84,258 miles
  • 2022 – 83,115 miles
  • 2021 – 79,228 miles
  • 2020 – 76,745 miles
  • 2019 – 75,472 miles
  • 2018 – 73,417 miles
  • 2017 – 70,516 miles
  • 2016 – 68,211 miles
  • 2015 – 65,450 miles
  • 2014 – 63,289 miles
  • 2013 – 59,941 miles
  • 2012 – 56,448 miles
  • 2011 – 53,444 miles
  • 2010 – 50,386 miles
  • 2009 – 47,764 miles
  • 2008 – 45,364 miles
  • 2007 – 41,516 miles
  • 2006 – 38,304 miles
  • 2005 – 34,638 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,780 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,780 miles (+1,376)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    87,780 miles
    Test number
    420840139784
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass86,404 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    86,404 miles
    Test number
    718053111317
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Fail86,404 miles (+1,186)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,404 miles
    Test number
    449076363646
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Pass85,218 miles (+960)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    85,218 miles
    Test number
    540856011332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass84,258 miles (+1,143)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    84,258 miles
    Test number
    201646647673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass83,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    83,115 miles
    Test number
    968891365658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail83,115 miles (+3,887)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,115 miles
    Test number
    147472597576
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass79,228 miles (+2,483)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    79,228 miles
    Test number
    270844494194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,745 miles (+1,273)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    76,745 miles
    Test number
    240716643377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass75,472 miles (+2,055)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    75,472 miles
    Test number
    888844653237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,417 miles (+2,901)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    73,417 miles
    Test number
    858993078076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    70,516 miles
    Test number
    552544065181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail70,516 miles (+2,305)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,516 miles
    Test number
    843058793560
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch end of sill area (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryThere is a splash guard insecure on the front that needs securing
  14. Pass68,211 miles (+2,761)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    68,211 miles
    Test number
    587488712680
    • AdvisoryALSO BOTH FRONT OUTER CV BOOTS HAVE PIN HOLES IN THEM
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES ARE STARTING TO PERISH
  15. Pass65,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    65,450 miles
    Test number
    155926995188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail65,450 miles (+2,161)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,450 miles
    Test number
    987255295130
    • FailureNearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteThe rear wiper blade is worn out
  17. Pass63,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    63,289 miles
    Test number
    709686494119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail63,289 miles (+3,348)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,289 miles
    Test number
    248735494145
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  19. Pass59,941 miles (+3,493)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    59,941 miles
    Test number
    967594083137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,448 miles (+3,004)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    56,448 miles
    Test number
    266911782479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass53,444 miles (+3,058)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    53,444 miles
    Test number
    637569371155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,386 miles (+2,622)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    50,386 miles
    Test number
    774253890119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,764 miles (+2,400)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    47,764 miles
    Test number
    370557489149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass45,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    45,364 miles
    Test number
    661482298185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail45,364 miles (+3,848)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,364 miles
    Test number
    332011298186
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
  26. Pass41,516 miles (+3,212)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    41,516 miles
    Test number
    230207687405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass38,304 miles (+3,666)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    38,304 miles
    Test number
    441948796174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass34,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    34,638 miles
    Test number
    181118985196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T156 XYA

Does T156 XYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T156 XYA is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T156 XYA?
The MOT on T156 XYA is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T156 XYA done?
T156 XYA was recorded at 87,780 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 2,530 miles a year.
Has T156 XYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T156 XYA has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T156 XYA 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 T156 XYA find?
T156 XYA passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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