MITSUBISHI GRANDIS (2005)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 517 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
67%
Total Tests (2024)
517
Avg Mileage
121,828 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 2005 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 15 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the MITSUBISHI brand average of 80%.
At 19 years old, 67% of MITSUBISHI GRANDISs from 2005 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 517 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 121,828 miles.
How does the 2005 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2005 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS has 121,828 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 140,600 miles for a 19-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
Best year to buy a MITSUBISHI GRANDIS?
The most reliable year is the 2006 model with a 72% MOT pass rate, while the 2009 model has the lowest at 66%. The 2005 sits between the two at 67%.
How much does a 2005 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS 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 GRANDIS by Year
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About the 2005 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS
The 2005 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS is a large car with a 2378cc petrol engine. 517 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 86% of 2005 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 121,828 miles at 19 years old, MITSUBISHI GRANDIS owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2005 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS Fuel Costs
The 2378cc 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 2005 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS?
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 67% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
MITSUBISHI GRANDIS Reliability Trend
The MITSUBISHI GRANDIS has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2005 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS
At 19 years old, the MITSUBISHI GRANDIS 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 2006 model has the highest pass rate at 72%.
Alternatives to the 2005 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS
If reliability is your priority, there are 3 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- RENAULT CLIO (2007) 68% pass rate (+1%) from 41,223 tests
- HONDA CR-V (2007) 74% pass rate (+7%) from 26,436 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2007) 66% pass rate (-1%) from 19,479 tests
- AUDI TT (2007) 80% pass rate (+13%) from 17,399 tests