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COLT CELESTE Ultra-rare
As of 2025 Q4, 19 COLT CELESTEs remain registered in the UK — one of the rarest cars in Britain on today's roads. That's down from a peak of 21 in 2024 Q1 — only 90% of the high-water mark, a loss of about 2 cars. Numbers have held broadly steady over recent years rather than falling away — often the mark of a model that owners deliberately preserve. In all, the COLT CELESTE is rarer than 75% of the 2,408 UK car models we track, putting it firmly in 2025's endangered class.
Survivors over time
How rare is it?
Genuinely rare — only 19 left on UK roads.
Rarer than 75% of the 2,408 UK car models we track.
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About the CELESTE
The Mitsubishi Lancer (A70) is the first generation version of Mitsubishi's long-running Lancer nameplate. When introduced in 1973, it filled the gap between the Minica kei car and the considerably larger Galant. It was a replacement for the Colt 1200, last sold in 1970. Although sedan production ended in 1979, vans continued on until 1985. This Lancer also formed the basis for the Lancer Celeste sports coupé of 1975 through to 1981. These Lancers were sold under a multitude of names in different markets.
COLT CELESTE — questions & answers
How many COLT CELESTE are left in the UK?
As of 2025 Q4, 19 COLT CELESTE were still registered in the UK — 10 licensed and on the road, plus 9 declared SORN (off-road). The figures come from official DVLA vehicle licensing data.
Is the COLT CELESTE rare?
The COLT CELESTE is genuinely rare, with only 19 left, making it rarer than 75% of the 2,408 UK car models we track.
Is the COLT CELESTE increasing or decreasing?
Over the last year the number of COLT CELESTE on UK roads fell by 1 (5.0%).
What fuel do most COLT CELESTE use?
Most COLT CELESTE run on petrol — about 100% of those still registered.
When did the COLT CELESTE peak?
The COLT CELESTE peaked at 21 registered in 2024 Q1, and was first recorded in the data in 2014 Q3.