Mitsubishi Mirage reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Mitsubishi Mirage is a car. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 106 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 222 of 442, and 19.1% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is wipers (3.1% of tests).
Ranked 222 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League
In 2024, 11,204 Mitsubishi Mirages aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 19.1% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Mitsubishi Mirage is 6% less likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage. At the first MOT, at three years old, 12.0% failed (UK 12.7%).
First-time fail rate
19.1%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
12.0%
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
5,500
Typical age at test: 8 years
Mitsubishi Mirage MOT failure rate by age
Most common Mitsubishi Mirage MOT faults
- Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.1% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm2.5% of tests
- Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick2.3% of tests
- Position lamp: not working1.9% of tests
- Headlamp aim: too low1.1% of tests
- Ball joint dust cover: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt1.0% of tests
What the Mitsubishi Mirage fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 6.2% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Lights and electrics | 5.0% | ▼ 18% less often |
| Visibility | 4.7% | ▲ 1.3× as often |
| Brakes | 4.0% | About average |
| Suspension | 2.3% | ▼ 53% less often |
| Body and structure | 1.0% | ▼ 30% less often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 0.7% | ▼ 57% less often |
| Steering | 0.6% | ▼ 49% less often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 0.5% | ▲ 1.3× as often |
| Wheels | 0.2% | ▼ 22% less often |
What MPG does the Mitsubishi Mirage do?
Official economy for the Mitsubishi Mirage ranges from 47.9 to 65.7mpg across the 5 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2018–2021). A typical petrol version manages 65.7mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
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Any Mitsubishi Mirage first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Mitsubishi Mirage registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 a year.
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Official figures for 5 versions sold in the UK between 2018 and 2021.
Fuel types
Petrol
Official economy
47.9–65.7 mpg
CO2
99–133 g/km
Power
80 PS
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mirage Mirage 480 PS · M5 · listed 2021 | Petrol | 52.3 mpg | 123g | £200 |
| Mirage Mirage 480 PS · CVT · listed 2021 | Petrol | 47.9 mpg | 133g | £200 |
| Mirage Mirage 380 PS · M5 · listed 2019 | Petrol | – | – | – |
| Mirage 1.2M5 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 65.7 mpg | 100g | £200 |
| Mirage 1.2CVT · listed 2018 | Petrol | 65.7 mpg | 99g | £200 |
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.
What a Mitsubishi Mirage costs to fuel
- petrol, typical official 65.7mpg…
Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Mitsubishi Mirage reliable?
Its MOT record is better than average: the Mitsubishi Mirage is 6% less likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 106 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Mitsubishi Mirage?
The most common MOT fault is “Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively”, found in 3.1% of tests. It fails on visibility more often than similar cars.
›What MPG does the Mitsubishi Mirage do?
Official economy for the Mitsubishi Mirage ranges from 47.9 to 65.7mpg across the 5 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2018–2021). A typical petrol version manages 65.7mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Mitsubishi Mirage?
Any Mitsubishi Mirage first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Mitsubishi Mirage registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 a year.
›How many Mitsubishi Mirages fail their MOT?
19.1% of Mitsubishi Mirages aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024, and 12.0% failed at their first MOT.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Mitsubishi Mirage 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.