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MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER (2016)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 19,100 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

86%

Total Tests (2024)

19,100

Avg Mileage

84,493 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,867

Is the 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER reliable?

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

At 8 years old, 86% of MITSUBISHI OUTLANDERs from 2016 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 19,100 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 84,493 miles.

How does the 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER compare?

Rank among all 2016 cars357th out of 586(top 61%)
Rank among all MITSUBISHI models140th out of 408(top 34%)
vs national average+4% (82% avg)
vs 2016 cars average+1% (85% avg)
vs MITSUBISHI average+6% (80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER has 84,493 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

Best year to buy a MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 95% MOT pass rate, while the 2003 model has the lowest at 56%. The 2016 sits between the two at 86%.

How much does a 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Hybrid, 1998cc)
£1,327
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,867
Per month£156/mo

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

MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202194%4932,171 mi
202095%32039,373 mi
201992%11,77751,401 mi
201890%18,95460,669 mi
201788%15,51569,474 mi
201686%19,10084,493 mi
201583%22,91391,259 mi
201481%13,46397,944 mi
201377%4,020102,215 mi
201277%2,212106,552 mi
201175%2,717118,371 mi
201073%2,892125,469 mi
200970%2,665131,124 mi
200869%3,343138,988 mi
200769%2,251139,004 mi
200673%13196,098 mi
200564%281100,156 mi
200466%325106,809 mi
200356%52119,722 mi

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About the 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER

The 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER is a family car with a 1998cc hybrid engine. 19,100 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars 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 84,493 miles at 8 years old, MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER Fuel Costs

The 1998cc hybrid engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current hybrid prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). As a hybrid, real-world fuel costs will vary significantly depending on how much electric-only driving you do.

What does it cost to own a 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,867 (£156/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 86% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER Reliability Trend

Newer MITSUBISHI OUTLANDERs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 17 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER

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%. With 19,100 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable hybrid cars with similar engines: