MITSUBISHI CARISMA (1999)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 94 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
77%
Total Tests (2024)
94
Avg Mileage
101,458 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,827
Is the 1999 MITSUBISHI CARISMA reliable?
Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's close to the national average of 82%.
At 25 years old, 77% of MITSUBISHI CARISMAs from 1999 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 94 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 101,458 miles.
How does the 1999 MITSUBISHI CARISMA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1999 MITSUBISHI CARISMA has 101,458 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 185,000 miles for a 25-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 1999 MITSUBISHI CARISMA cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
MITSUBISHI CARISMA by Year
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About the 1999 MITSUBISHI CARISMA
The 1999 MITSUBISHI CARISMA is a small family car with a 1597cc petrol engine. 94 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 1999, the average MOT pass rate is 75%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 101,458 miles at 25 years old, MITSUBISHI CARISMA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
1999 MITSUBISHI CARISMA Fuel Costs
The 1597cc 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 1999 MITSUBISHI CARISMA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,827 (£152/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 77% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
MITSUBISHI CARISMA Reliability Trend
Older MITSUBISHI CARISMAs tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 10 percentage points across model years.
Buying a Used 1999 MITSUBISHI CARISMA
At 25 years old, the MITSUBISHI CARISMA 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. Note: with only 94 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1999 MITSUBISHI CARISMA
The MITSUBISHI CARISMA is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- TOYOTA YARIS (2001) 71% pass rate (-6%) from 12,710 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2001) 68% pass rate (-9%) from 10,188 tests
- MAZDA MX-5 (1999) 73% pass rate (-4%) from 8,535 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (1999) 71% pass rate (-6%) from 8,442 tests