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MITSUBISHI COLT (2013)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 860 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,737

£145/month

MOT Pass Rate

83%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Based on CC/year

Insurance

Grp 8-20

1332cc Petrol

Solid Option

83% pass rate, £1737/year to run. Close to the national average.

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Petrol1332cc13 years old860 tests66k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1332cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137
Road Tax

Based on 1332cc

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,737
Per month£145/mo
Per week£33/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

83% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 13 years old, 83% of MITSUBISHI COLTs from 2013 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 860 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 66,024 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2013 cars330th of 626(top 53%)
Rank among MITSUBISHI models165th of 408(top 40%)
vs national average+1%(82% avg)
vs 2013 cars average+3%(80% avg)
vs MITSUBISHI average+3%(80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

66,024

Average miles

vs

96,200

Expected for age

The average 2013 MITSUBISHI COLT has 66,024 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 96,200 miles for a 13-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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MITSUBISHI COLT by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201383%86066,024 mi
201280%2,45069,102 mi
201179%2,68476,628 mi
201075%4,37580,694 mi
200972%6,96183,817 mi
200870%7,85986,756 mi
200771%6,38790,616 mi
200671%4,92392,982 mi
200569%3,58996,004 mi
200469%70795,647 mi
200362%7383,879 mi
200274%11575,553 mi
200172%5371,977 mi
200073%8971,639 mi
199965%14170,385 mi
199867%30887,244 mi
199771%12877,861 mi
199665%10183,131 mi
199567%3083,382 mi
199161%3692,792 mi

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About the 2013 MITSUBISHI COLT

The 2013 MITSUBISHI COLT is a small family car with a 1332cc petrol engine. 860 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2013, the average MOT pass rate is 80%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 66,024 miles at 13 years old, MITSUBISHI COLT owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2013 MITSUBISHI COLT Fuel Costs

The 1332cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2013 MITSUBISHI COLT?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,737 145/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 83% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

MITSUBISHI COLT Reliability Trend

Newer MITSUBISHI COLTs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 6 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2013 MITSUBISHI COLT

At 13 years old, the MITSUBISHI COLT is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2013 MITSUBISHI COLT's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2013 MITSUBISHI COLT stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
MITSUBISHI COLT(2013)83%£1137£195Grp 8-20£1737
FORD FIESTA(2015)81%£955£30Grp 1-8£1390-£347
VAUXHALL CORSA(2015)78%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722-£15
FORD FOCUS(2013)78%£1137£135Grp 12-25£1827+£90
NISSAN QASHQAI(2015)81%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1572-£165

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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