Alfa Romeo Mito reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Alfa Romeo Mito is a supermini. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 89 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 331 of 442, and 38.1% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is coil spring (6.5% of tests).
Ranked 331 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League, and 12 of 31 superminis
In 2024, 19,159 Alfa Romeo Mitos aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 38.1% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Alfa Romeo Mito is 12% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage.
First-time fail rate
38.1%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
–
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
6,700
Typical age at test: 12 years
Alfa Romeo Mito MOT failure rate by age
Most common Alfa Romeo Mito MOT faults
- Coil spring: fractured or broken6.5% of tests
- Headlamp: not working on dipped beam3.5% of tests
- Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements3.4% of tests
- Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick3.0% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm2.7% of tests
- Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases2.6% of tests
What the Alfa Romeo Mito fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 14.0% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Lights and electrics | 11.9% | ▼ 14% less often |
| Brakes | 10.8% | ▲ 1.4× as often |
| Tyres | 8.0% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Visibility | 5.9% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 5.8% | ▲ 1.6× as often |
| Body and structure | 5.5% | ▲ 1.4× as often |
| Steering | 3.5% | ▲ 1.4× as often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 1.1% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Wheels | 0.4% | ▼ 15% less often |
What MPG does the Alfa Romeo Mito do?
Official economy for the Alfa Romeo Mito ranges from 43.5 to 83.1mpg across the 31 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2010–2018). A typical petrol version manages 50.4mpg and a typical diesel 65.7mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
Work out a journey's fuel costHow much is road tax on a Alfa Romeo Mito?
Any Alfa Romeo Mito first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Alfa Romeo Mito registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 to £275 a year.
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Official figures for 31 versions sold in the UK between 2010 and 2018.
Fuel types
Diesel, Petrol
Official economy
43.5–83.1 mpg
CO2
89–153 g/km
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MiTo Series 3, September 2016 Onwards 1.3 JTDm-2 95 bhpM5 · listed 2018 | Diesel | 83.1 mpg | 89g | £200 |
| MiTo Series 3, September 2016 Onwards 875 cc TB TwinAir 105 bhpM6 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 67.3 mpg | 99g | £200 |
| MiTo Series 3, September 2016 Onwards 1.4 8v 78 bhp (Euro 6)M5 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 50.4 mpg | 130g | £200 |
| MiTo Series 3, September 2016 Onwards 1.4 MultiAir 140 bhpSAT6 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 52.3 mpg | 124g | £200 |
| MiTo Series 3, September 2016 Onwards 1.4 MultiAir 170 bhpSAT6 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 52.3 mpg | 124g | £200 |
| MiTo 1.3 JTDm-2 85 bhpManual · listed 2013 | Diesel | 80.7 mpg | 90g | £20 |
| MiTo 1.6 JTDm-2 120 bhpManual · listed 2013 | Diesel | 64.2 mpg | 114g | £35 |
| MiTo 1.4 8v 78 bhpManual · listed 2013 | Petrol | 50.4 mpg | 130g | £170 |
| MiTo 1.4 MultiAir 105 bhpManual · listed 2013 | Petrol | 49.6 mpg | 134g | £200 |
| MiTo 1.4 TB MultiAir 135 bhpManual · listed 2013 | Petrol | 51.4 mpg | 128g | £170 |
| MiTo 1.4 TB MultiAir 135 bhp Alfa TCTAutomatic · listed 2013 | Petrol | 51.4 mpg | 126g | £170 |
| MiTo 1.4 TB MultiAir 170 bhpManual · listed 2013 | Petrol | 47.1 mpg | 139g | £200 |
| MiTo 875cc TB TwinAir 85 bhpManual · listed 2013 | Petrol | 67.3 mpg | 98g | £20 |
| MiTo 875 cc TB Twin Air 105 bhplisted 2013 | Petrol | 67.3 mpg | 99g | £20 |
| MiTo 1.3 JTDm-2 85 bhpM5 · listed 2012 | Diesel | 80.7 mpg | 90g | £20 |
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 31 versions.
What a Alfa Romeo Mito 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 Alfa Romeo Mito reliable?
Its MOT record is worse than average: the Alfa Romeo Mito is 12% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 89 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Alfa Romeo Mito?
The most common MOT fault is “Coil spring: fractured or broken”, found in 6.5% of tests. It fails on exhaust and emissions and steering more often than similar cars.
›What MPG does the Alfa Romeo Mito do?
Official economy for the Alfa Romeo Mito ranges from 43.5 to 83.1mpg across the 31 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2010–2018). A typical petrol version manages 50.4mpg and a typical diesel 65.7mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Alfa Romeo Mito?
Any Alfa Romeo Mito first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Alfa Romeo Mito registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 to £275 a year.
›How many Alfa Romeo Mitos fail their MOT?
38.1% of Alfa Romeo Mitos aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Alfa Romeo Mito 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.