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MITSUBISHI DELICA (2003)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 236 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

60%

Total Tests (2024)

236

Avg Mileage

139,928 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,597

Is the 2003 MITSUBISHI DELICA reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 22 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the MITSUBISHI brand average of 80%.

At 21 years old, 60% of MITSUBISHI DELICAs from 2003 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 236 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 139,928 miles.

How does the 2003 MITSUBISHI DELICA compare?

Rank among all 2003 cars435th out of 445(top 98%)
Rank among all MITSUBISHI models399th out of 408(top 98%)
vs national average-22% (82% avg)
vs 2003 cars average-12% (72% avg)
vs MITSUBISHI average-20% (80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2003 MITSUBISHI DELICA has 139,928 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 155,400 miles for a 21-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a MITSUBISHI DELICA?

The most reliable year is the 2010 model with a 84% MOT pass rate, while the 2003 model has the lowest at 60%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.

How much does a 2003 MITSUBISHI DELICA cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 2970cc)
£1,592
🏛️Road Tax
£250
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£2,597
Per month£216/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

MITSUBISHI DELICA by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202175%3694,463 mi
202075%7791,051 mi
201974%100100,739 mi
201870%130123,939 mi
201769%106109,400 mi
201676%117116,546 mi
201566%97116,793 mi
201456%43130,899 mi
201382%5597,648 mi
201278%4097,466 mi
201174%38111,636 mi
201084%113116,653 mi
200975%8491,518 mi
200879%14694,057 mi
200781%251101,820 mi
200670%242139,601 mi
200572%317130,744 mi
200471%251133,428 mi
200360%236139,928 mi
200274%81112,946 mi
200173%52100,619 mi
200076%42134,203 mi
199981%31106,700 mi
199769%32134,608 mi
199676%59149,890 mi
199576%54142,453 mi
199461%41147,145 mi

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About the 2003 MITSUBISHI DELICA

The 2003 MITSUBISHI DELICA is a large car with a 2970cc petrol engine. 236 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 98% of 2003 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 139,928 miles at 21 years old, MITSUBISHI DELICA owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2003 MITSUBISHI DELICA Fuel Costs

The 2970cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2003 MITSUBISHI DELICA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 60% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

MITSUBISHI DELICA Reliability Trend

The MITSUBISHI DELICA has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2003 MITSUBISHI DELICA

At 21 years old, the MITSUBISHI DELICA 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.

Alternatives to the 2003 MITSUBISHI DELICA

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: