MITSUBISHI MIRAGE (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 312 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
95%
Total Tests (2024)
312
Avg Mileage
24,135 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2020 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MITSUBISHI brand average of 80%.
At 4 years old, 95% of MITSUBISHI MIRAGEs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 312 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 24,135 miles.
How does the 2020 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE has 24,135 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2020 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
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About the 2020 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE
The 2020 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE is a city car with a 1193cc petrol engine. 312 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 21% of all 2020 cars for reliability.
With an average of 24,135 miles at 4 years old, MITSUBISHI MIRAGE owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2020 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 2020 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 95% 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 2020 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE
At 4 years old, the MITSUBISHI MIRAGE offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.
Alternatives to the 2020 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 (2018) 90% pass rate (-5%) from 157,746 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-3%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2018) 85% pass rate (-10%) from 86,266 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2018) 87% pass rate (-8%) from 78,522 tests