Mitsubishi reliability: MOT results 2024
Figures updated
Ranked 24 of 52 makes
273,753 Mitsubishi cars aged 3 to 20 had an MOT in 2024, and 28.7% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Allowing for age and mileage, a Mitsubishi is 5% less likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage. At their first MOT, 13.5% failed (UK 12.7%).
Mitsubishi models ranked
| Model | Score | Fail rate | First MOT | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Lancer | 116 | 34.7% | – | 9,225 |
| Mitsubishi Outlander | 115 | 23.3% | 13.2% | 71,945 |
| Mitsubishi ASX | 113 | 23.8% | 11.5% | 29,240 |
| Mitsubishi Shogun | 111 | 33.0% | 13.1% | 27,414 |
| Mitsubishi Eclipse | 110 | 14.1% | 13.6% | 11,779 |
| Mitsubishi Mirage | 106 | 19.1% | 12.0% | 11,204 |
| Mitsubishi L200van | 100 | 31.0% | 14.0% | 84,533 |
| Mitsubishi Colt | 86 | 45.9% | – | 22,151 |
Mitsubishi MOT failure rate by age
What Mitsubishi cars fail on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 12.3% | About average |
| Suspension | 9.2% | About average |
| Brakes | 8.8% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Visibility | 5.0% | About average |
| Tyres | 4.5% | ▼ 35% less often |
| Body and structure | 4.5% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Steering | 3.1% | ▲ 1.4× as often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 2.9% | ▼ 19% less often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 1.2% | About average |
| Wheels | 0.3% | ▼ 23% less often |
Most common Mitsubishi MOT faults
- Position lamp: not working3.8% of tests
- Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively2.9% of tests
- Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick2.5% of tests
- Ball joint: ball joint excessively worn2.1% of tests
- Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded2.1% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm1.9% of tests
Frequently asked questions
›Are Mitsubishi cars reliable?
By MOT results, Mitsubishi ranks 24 of 52 makes in 2024, with a reliability score of 105 (100 is average for the same age and mileage). 28.7% of Mitsubishi cars failed their MOT first time.
›What is the most reliable Mitsubishi?
The Mitsubishi Lancer, with a score of 116. The lowest-scoring is the Colt (86).
›What do Mitsubishi cars fail their MOT on?
Steering: 3.1% of Mitsubishi MOTs failed on it, 1.4 times the rate for similar cars. The single most common fault was “Position lamp: not working”.
Source: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, Open Government Licence v3.0. How we calculate the league.