MITSUBISHI CARISMA (2000)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 62 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
65%
Total Tests (2024)
62
Avg Mileage
96,336 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 2000 MITSUBISHI CARISMA reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 17 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the MITSUBISHI brand average of 80%.
At 24 years old, 65% of MITSUBISHI CARISMAs from 2000 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 62 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 96,336 miles.
How does the 2000 MITSUBISHI CARISMA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2000 MITSUBISHI CARISMA has 96,336 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 177,600 miles for a 24-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a MITSUBISHI CARISMA?
The most reliable year is the 1999 model with a 77% MOT pass rate, while the 2001 model has the lowest at 59%. The 2000 sits between the two at 65%.
How much does a 2000 MITSUBISHI CARISMA cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
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 2000 MITSUBISHI CARISMA
The 2000 MITSUBISHI CARISMA is a family car with a 1834cc petrol engine. 62 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 93% of 2000 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 96,336 miles at 24 years old, MITSUBISHI CARISMA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2000 MITSUBISHI CARISMA Fuel Costs
The 1834cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2000 MITSUBISHI CARISMA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,217 (£185/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 65% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
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 2000 MITSUBISHI CARISMA
At 24 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. If you're flexible on year, the 1999 model has the highest pass rate at 77%. Note: with only 62 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2000 MITSUBISHI CARISMA
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- MINI MINI (2002) 78% pass rate (+13%) from 22,736 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2002) 69% pass rate (+4%) from 17,885 tests
- HONDA CIVIC (2002) 72% pass rate (+7%) from 12,455 tests
- VAUXHALL ASTRA (2002) 69% pass rate (+4%) from 10,704 tests