Mitsubishi Colt Czi (2008)
2008 Mitsubishi Colt Czi
CarHunch analysed 129 real MOT records for the 2008 Mitsubishi Colt Czi. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2008 Mitsubishi Colt CZi is significantly less reliable than the UK average, with a first-time MOT pass rate of just 63.6% versus the national benchmark of 80%, making it a riskier proposition for buyers seeking a low-maintenance car. The good news is that dangerous defects are absent from this cohort entirely, so safety-critical failures aren't a pattern concern.
These Colts are running at a sensible 81,672 miles median for their age, yet still averaging 0.67 failures per vehicle—suggesting wear-related issues rather than inherent design flaws. Before committing to purchase, get a pre-buy inspection focused on the specific failure categories that appear in MOT records for this model, as the pass-rate gap points to predictable problem areas you'll want to understand upfront.
What to check before buying a 2008 Mitsubishi Colt Czi
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other (73%) | 94 | 86.3% | 0.91 |
| Petrol (27%) | 35 | 2.5% | 0.03 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2008 Mitsubishi Colt Czi vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2008 Mitsubishi Colt Czi vehicles fall between 65,930 and 94,906 miles.
2008 Mitsubishi Colt Czi — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 43 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (48% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
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