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MITSUBISHI DELICA (2008)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 146 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

79%

Total Tests (2024)

146

Avg Mileage

94,057 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,397

Is the 2008 MITSUBISHI DELICA reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 16 years old, 79% of MITSUBISHI DELICAs from 2008 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 146 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 94,057 miles.

How does the 2008 MITSUBISHI DELICA compare?

Rank among all 2008 cars248th out of 589(top 42%)
Rank among all MITSUBISHI models197th out of 408(top 48%)
vs national average-3% (82% avg)
vs 2008 cars average+6% (73% avg)
vs MITSUBISHI average-1% (80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2008 MITSUBISHI DELICA has 94,057 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 118,400 miles for a 16-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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%. The 2008 sits between the two at 79%.

How much does a 2008 MITSUBISHI DELICA cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 2350cc)
£1,592
🏛️Road Tax
£250
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£500
Total per year£2,397
Per month£200/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 2008 MITSUBISHI DELICA

The 2008 MITSUBISHI DELICA is a large car with a 2350cc petrol engine. 146 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2008, the average MOT pass rate is 73%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 94,057 miles at 16 years old, MITSUBISHI DELICA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2008 MITSUBISHI DELICA Fuel Costs

The 2350cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. 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 2008 MITSUBISHI DELICA?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,397 (£200/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 79% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

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 2008 MITSUBISHI DELICA

At 16 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. If you're flexible on year, the 2010 model has the highest pass rate at 84%.

Alternatives to the 2008 MITSUBISHI DELICA

The MITSUBISHI DELICA is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol large cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: