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Mitsubishi Colt

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,597 cc

T157 XYAMOT history

T157 XYA is a blue petrol Mitsubishi Colt first used on 31 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Dec 2025 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 95,291 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Dec 2025
Mileage
95,291 mi
At MOT on 7 Dec 2024
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,233 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T157 XYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Colt
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T157 XYA was last recorded at 95,291 miles on 7 Dec 2024, 5,798 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,493 miles · 11 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
5,798 miles
Average per year
3,233 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 95,291 miles
  • 2023 – 89,493 miles
  • 2022 – 83,797 miles
  • 2021 – 78,716 miles
  • 2020 – 75,333 miles
  • 2019 – 72,602 miles
  • 2018 – 68,762 miles
  • 2017 – 64,406 miles
  • 2016 – 59,044 miles
  • 2015 – 54,037 miles
  • 2014 – 50,714 miles
  • 2013 – 45,352 miles
  • 2012 – 42,772 miles
  • 2011 – 41,334 miles
  • 2010 – 39,866 miles
  • 2009 – 39,039 miles
  • 2008 – 38,170 miles
  • 2007 – 36,681 miles
  • 2006 – 35,584 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,291 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,291 miles (+5,798)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    95,291 miles
    Test number
    132269321111
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass89,493 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    89,493 miles
    Test number
    803300040145
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail89,493 miles (+5,696)1 dangerous1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,493 miles
    Test number
    685338720147
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass83,797 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    83,797 miles
    Test number
    537148962018
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail83,797 miles (+5,081)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,797 miles
    Test number
    301232212848
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/70/13 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass78,716 miles (+3,383)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    78,716 miles
    Test number
    347593468087
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass75,333 miles (+2,731)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    75,333 miles
    Test number
    149048507130
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass72,602 miles (+3,840)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    72,602 miles
    Test number
    238534131880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,762 miles (+4,356)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    68,762 miles
    Test number
    458534194535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass64,406 miles (+5,362)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    64,406 miles
    Test number
    135069089814
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Pass59,044 miles (+5,007)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    59,044 miles
    Test number
    555456059620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,037 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    54,037 miles
    Test number
    765457939285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail54,037 miles (+3,323)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,037 miles
    Test number
    621891943076
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass50,714 miles (+5,362)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    50,714 miles
    Test number
    665951954307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,352 miles (+2,580)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    45,352 miles
    Test number
    329341663317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,772 miles (+1,438)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    42,772 miles
    Test number
    979723562284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,334 miles (+1,468)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    41,334 miles
    Test number
    509547721224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,866 miles (+827)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    39,866 miles
    Test number
    314077490140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,039 miles (+869)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    39,039 miles
    Test number
    292157469159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,170 miles (+1,489)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    38,170 miles
    Test number
    820978268101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,681 miles (+1,097)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    36,681 miles
    Test number
    513792767168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    35,584 miles
    Test number
    374991476154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T157 XYA

Does T157 XYA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T157 XYA expired on 26 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T157 XYA?
The MOT on T157 XYA expired on 26 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T157 XYA done?
T157 XYA was recorded at 95,291 miles at its MOT on 7 Dec 2024, an average of 3,233 miles a year.
Has T157 XYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T157 XYA has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on T157 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 T157 XYA find?
T157 XYA passed its latest MOT on 7 Dec 2024 with 7 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 4 more.

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