Mitsubishi Colt GTI 16v (1990)
1990 Mitsubishi Colt GTI 16v
CarHunch is tracking 149 1990 Mitsubishi Colt GTI 16v vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
This 1990 Mitsubishi Colt GTI-16V is essentially off the road: zero of the 149 vehicles in our dataset passed their MOT on the first attempt, compared to the UK average of 80%, and none of them are currently MOT-valid. The complete absence of dangerous defects is the only bright spot, but it's irrelevant if the cars aren't roadworthy.
At 34 years old, these are enthusiast or restoration projects rather than daily drivers—which explains why mileage data isn't available and why failure counts sit at zero (they've likely been off the road for years). If you're considering one, treat it as a full mechanical rebuild rather than a functioning used car; expect substantial investment in brakes, suspension, and engine work before it's safe to drive.
We have 149 1990 Mitsubishi Colt GTI 16v vehicles in our database, but the DVLA's digital MOT records for vehicles of this age don't include reliable pass/fail outcomes — detailed test statistics aren't available for this vintage.
What to check before buying a 1990 Mitsubishi Colt GTI 16v
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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