MITSUBISHI MIRAGE (2016)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 2,209 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
90%
Total Tests (2024)
2,209
Avg Mileage
39,634 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,240
Is the 2016 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MITSUBISHI brand average of 80%.
At 8 years old, 90% of MITSUBISHI MIRAGEs from 2016 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 2,209 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 39,634 miles.
How does the 2016 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2016 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE has 39,634 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a MITSUBISHI MIRAGE?
The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 95% MOT pass rate, while the 2013 model has the lowest at 83%. The 2016 sits between the two at 90%.
How much does a 2016 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
MITSUBISHI MIRAGE by Year
Checking a specific MITSUBISHI MIRAGE?
Enter the reg plate to see its individual MOT history, mileage verification, and predicted costs.
About the 2016 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE
The 2016 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE is a city car with a 1193cc petrol engine. 2,209 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2016, the average MOT pass rate is 85%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 39,634 miles at 8 years old, MITSUBISHI MIRAGE owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2016 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 2016 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,240 (£103/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
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 2016 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE
At 8 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 95%.
Alternatives to the 2016 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE
The MITSUBISHI MIRAGE is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2015) 81% pass rate (-9%) from 225,575 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2015) 78% pass rate (-12%) from 160,438 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2014) 80% pass rate (-10%) from 131,119 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2017) 86% pass rate (-4%) from 100,176 tests