Mitsubishi Galant
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 5 years from 457 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
71%
Total Tests
457
Best Year
1998 (77%)
Years Covered
5
About the Mitsubishi Galant
The Mitsubishi Galant has been tested 457 times in 2026 MOT data across 5 model years (1998 to 2002), with an average pass rate of 71%. That's 11 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 1998 model is the most reliable with a 77% pass rate from 124 tests. The 1999 model has the lowest at 61%. With a 16 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Reliability Trend
Newer MITSUBISHI GALANTs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 4 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1998) averages 99,469 miles, while the newest (2002) averages 100,308 miles.
Compared to the Mitsubishi brand average of 80%, the Galant is 9 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Mitsubishi models.
Estimated Running Costs
Higher due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
Full 2002 detailsHow reliable is the Mitsubishi Galant?
Mitsubishi Galant by Year
Click any year to see detailed running costs, reliability data, and comparisons with similar cars.
Mitsubishi Galant Guides & Articles
Cheapest Cars to Run in 2026: Real Data from 19.8 Million MOT Tests
9 min read
Running CostsCheapest Cars to Insure in the UK: Insurance Groups 1-10
9 min read
Running CostsCheapest Cars to Run in the UK: A Complete Cost Breakdown
11 min read
Buying GuideFord Fiesta Common Problems (2026): What to Check Before Buying
13 min read
ReliabilityFord Puma Problems: 7 Issues Owners Report (2026)
13 min read
Checking a specific Mitsubishi Galant?
Enter the reg plate to see its individual MOT history, mileage verification, and predicted costs.