MITSUBISHI GRANDIS (2008)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 235 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
68%
Total Tests (2024)
235
Avg Mileage
141,813 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 2008 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 14 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the MITSUBISHI brand average of 80%.
At 16 years old, 68% of MITSUBISHI GRANDISs from 2008 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 235 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 141,813 miles.
How does the 2008 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2008 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS has 141,813 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 118,400 miles for a 16-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 2008 sits between the two at 68%.
How much does a 2008 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 2008 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS
The 2008 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS is a large car with a 2378cc petrol engine. 235 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 88% of 2008 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 141,813 miles at 16 years old, MITSUBISHI GRANDIS owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2008 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 2008 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 68% 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 2008 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS
At 16 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 2008 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS
The MITSUBISHI GRANDIS is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol large cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- CITROEN C8 (2007) 62% pass rate (-6%) from 472 tests