Mitsubishi Colt reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Mitsubishi Colt is a supermini. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 86 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 355 of 442, and 45.9% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is position lamp (7.8% of tests).
Ranked 355 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League, and 18 of 31 superminis
In 2024, 22,151 Mitsubishi Colts aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 45.9% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Mitsubishi Colt is 16% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage.
First-time fail rate
45.9%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
–
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
5,500
Typical age at test: 15 years
Mitsubishi Colt MOT failure rate by age
Most common Mitsubishi Colt MOT faults
- Position lamp: not working7.8% of tests
- Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt6.1% of tests
- Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively5.9% of tests
- Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect5.5% of tests
- Registration plate lamp(s): inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps4.4% of tests
- Stop lamp: not working4.0% of tests
What the Mitsubishi Colt fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 25.0% | ▲ 1.4× as often |
| Suspension | 15.7% | About average |
| Body and structure | 9.8% | ▲ 1.6× as often |
| Visibility | 8.9% | ▲ 1.4× as often |
| Brakes | 8.1% | ▼ 21% less often |
| Tyres | 7.7% | ▲ 1.1× as often |
| Steering | 6.0% | ▲ 2.0× as often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 5.7% | About average |
| Seat belts and airbags | 2.8% | ▲ 1.7× as often |
| Wheels | 0.4% | About average |
What MPG does the Mitsubishi Colt do?
Official economy for the Mitsubishi Colt ranges from 34.4 to 61.4mpg across the 54 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2004–2013). A typical petrol version manages 50.4mpg and a typical diesel 61.4mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
Work out a journey's fuel costHow much is road tax on a Mitsubishi Colt?
Any Mitsubishi Colt first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Mitsubishi Colt registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £35 to £410 a year.
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Official figures for 54 versions sold in the UK between 2004 and 2013.
Fuel types
Diesel, Petrol
Official economy
34.4–61.4 mpg
CO2
119–192 g/km
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colt 3 Door CZ1Manual · listed 2013 | Petrol | 52.3 mpg | 125g | £170 |
| Colt 3 Door CZ2Automatic · listed 2013 | Petrol | 51.4 mpg | 127g | £170 |
| Colt 3 Door CZ2Manual · listed 2013 | Petrol | 50.4 mpg | 130g | £170 |
| Colt 3 Door JuroAutomatic · listed 2013 | Petrol | 51.4 mpg | 127g | £170 |
| Colt 3 Door JuroManual · listed 2013 | Petrol | 50.4 mpg | 130g | £170 |
| Colt 3 Door RalliartManual · listed 2013 | Petrol | 42.8 mpg | 153g | £275 |
| Colt 5 Door CZ1Manual · listed 2013 | Petrol | 52.3 mpg | 125g | £170 |
| Colt 5 Door CZ2Automatic · listed 2013 | Petrol | 51.4 mpg | 127g | £170 |
| Colt 5 Door CZ2Manual · listed 2013 | Petrol | 50.4 mpg | 130g | £170 |
| Colt 5 Door CZ2 CleartecManual · listed 2013 | Petrol | 55.4 mpg | 119g | £35 |
| Colt 5 Door JuroAutomatic · listed 2013 | Petrol | 51.4 mpg | 127g | £170 |
| Colt 5 Door JuroManual · listed 2013 | Petrol | 50.4 mpg | 130g | £170 |
| Colt 5 Door Juro CleartecManual · listed 2013 | Petrol | 55.4 mpg | 119g | £35 |
| Colt 5 Door RalliartManual · listed 2013 | Petrol | 42.8 mpg | 153g | £275 |
| Colt 3 Door CZ1M5 · listed 2012 | Petrol | 52.3 mpg | 125g | £170 |
Economy and CO2 are official NEDC (before 2018) or WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Showing the 15 most recent of 54 versions.
What a Mitsubishi Colt costs to fuel
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Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Mitsubishi Colt reliable?
Its MOT record is worse than average: the Mitsubishi Colt is 16% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 86 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Mitsubishi Colt?
The most common MOT fault is “Position lamp: not working”, found in 7.8% of tests. It fails on steering and seat belts and airbags more often than similar cars.
›What MPG does the Mitsubishi Colt do?
Official economy for the Mitsubishi Colt ranges from 34.4 to 61.4mpg across the 54 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2004–2013). A typical petrol version manages 50.4mpg and a typical diesel 61.4mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Mitsubishi Colt?
Any Mitsubishi Colt first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Mitsubishi Colt registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £35 to £410 a year.
›How many Mitsubishi Colts fail their MOT?
45.9% of Mitsubishi Colts aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Mitsubishi Colt combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.