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MITSUBISHI MIRAGE (2015)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 2,371 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,525

£127/month

MOT Pass Rate

88%

Good

Road Tax

£165

Based on CC/year

Insurance

Grp 5-15

1193cc Petrol

Solid Option

88% pass rate, £1525/year to run. 6 points above average.

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Petrol1193cc11 years old2,371 tests48k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1193cc)

~50 mpg

£955
Road Tax

Based on 1193cc

£165
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,525
Per month£127/mo
Per week£29/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

88% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 6 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MITSUBISHI brand average of 80%.

At 11 years old, 88% of MITSUBISHI MIRAGEs from 2015 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 2,371 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 47,576 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2015 cars219th of 559(top 39%)
Rank among MITSUBISHI models120th of 408(top 29%)
vs national average+6%(82% avg)
vs 2015 cars average+5%(83% avg)
vs MITSUBISHI average+8%(80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

47,576

Average miles

vs

81,400

Expected for age

The average 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE has 47,576 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 81,400 miles for a 11-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 95% MOT pass rate, while the 2013 model has the lowest at 83%. The 2015 sits between the two at 88%.

MITSUBISHI MIRAGE by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202095%31224,135 mi
201992%1,67423,930 mi
201890%1,54630,539 mi
201789%2,01935,247 mi
201690%2,20939,634 mi
201588%2,37147,576 mi
201486%2,68255,587 mi
201383%3,38063,602 mi

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About the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE

The 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE is a city car with a 1193cc petrol engine. 2,371 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2015, the average MOT pass rate is 83%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 47,576 miles at 11 years old, MITSUBISHI MIRAGE owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE Fuel Costs

The modest 1193cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,525 127/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £165 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 88% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

MITSUBISHI MIRAGE Reliability Trend

Newer MITSUBISHI MIRAGEs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 5 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE

At 11 years old, the MITSUBISHI MIRAGE 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 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 95%.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always 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 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
MITSUBISHI MIRAGE(2015)88%£955£165Grp 5-15£1525
FORD FIESTA(2015)81%£955£30Grp 1-8£1390-£135
VAUXHALL CORSA(2015)78%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722+£197
FORD FOCUS(2013)78%£1137£135Grp 12-25£1827+£302
NISSAN QASHQAI(2017)86%£955£190Grp 5-15£1550+£25

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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