MITSUBISHI GTO (2004)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 45 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
67%
Total Tests (2024)
45
Avg Mileage
99,600 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 2004 MITSUBISHI GTO 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 20 years old, 67% of MITSUBISHI GTOs from 2004 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 45 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 99,600 miles.
How does the 2004 MITSUBISHI GTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2004 MITSUBISHI GTO has 99,600 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 148,000 miles for a 20-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2004 MITSUBISHI GTO 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 GTO by Year
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About the 2004 MITSUBISHI GTO
The 2004 MITSUBISHI GTO is a large car with a 3000cc petrol engine. 45 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 85% of 2004 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 99,600 miles at 20 years old, MITSUBISHI GTO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2004 MITSUBISHI GTO Fuel Costs
The 3000cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. 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 2004 MITSUBISHI GTO?
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.
Buying a Used 2004 MITSUBISHI GTO
At 20 years old, the MITSUBISHI GTO 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. Note: with only 45 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2004 MITSUBISHI GTO
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER (2006) 70% pass rate (+3%) from 12,591 tests
- MERCEDES E (2004) 78% pass rate (+11%) from 8,333 tests
- PORSCHE BOXSTER (2005) 86% pass rate (+19%) from 6,992 tests
- BMW X3 (2006) 78% pass rate (+11%) from 6,611 tests