Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dsign SE 4X2 CVT (2021)
Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 68 MOT tests in 2024.
Annual Cost
£2,003
£167/month
MOT Pass Rate
85%
Good
Road Tax
£200
Standard rate/year
Est. Insurance
Grp 12-25
1499cc Petrol
Solid Option
85% pass rate, £2,003/year to run. Close to the average across all models.
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Annual Running Costs
~42 mpg
Standard rate (from April 2017)
Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).
Reliability Verdict
Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Mitsubishi brand average of 80%.
85% of MOT tests on Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dsign SE 4X2 CVTs from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 68 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 28,889 miles.
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Mileage Analysis
28,889
Average miles
22,200
Expected for age
The average 2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dsign SE 4X2 CVT had 28,889 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
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About the 2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dsign SE 4X2 CVT
The 2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dsign SE 4X2 CVT is a small family car. Our records list a 1499cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 68 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 8% of 2021 models for MOT pass rate.
With an average of 28,889 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dsign SE 4X2 CVT owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dsign SE 4X2 CVT Fuel Costs
The 1499cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dsign SE 4X2 CVT?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,003 (£167/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 85% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
Buying a Used 2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dsign SE 4X2 CVT
At 5 years old, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dsign SE 4X2 CVT offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. Note: with only 68 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Common Issues to Watch For
These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.
Service History
Low riskAlways request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.
Running Costs Compared
How the 2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dsign SE 4X2 CVT stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.
| Car | Pass Rate | Fuel/yr | Tax/yr | Est. Ins. Group | Total/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dsign SE 4X2 CVT(2021) | 85% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 12-25 | £2,003 |
| Volkswagen Golf(2019) | 92% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 12-25 | £1,853-£150 |
| Vauxhall Corsa(2019) | 88% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 8-20 | £2,003same |
| Nissan Qashqai(2020) | 93% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 12-25 | £1,853-£150 |
| MINI Cooper(2019) | 92% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 12-25 | £1,853-£150 |
Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.
Questions about the 2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dsign SE 4X2 CVT
Is the 2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dsign SE 4X2 CVT reliable?
Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 85% of MOT tests on 2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dsign SE 4X2 CVTs ended in a pass, from 68 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 3 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
How much does a 2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dsign SE 4X2 CVT cost to run?
Our estimate is £2,003 a year (£167 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £350 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.
What is the MOT pass rate for a 2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dsign SE 4X2 CVT?
85% of 68 MOT tests on the 2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dsign SE 4X2 CVT ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 3101st of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (bottom 8%).
What is the average mileage for a 2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dsign SE 4X2 CVT?
The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dsign SE 4X2 CVT is 28,889 miles, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
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