How much does a 2020 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER cost to run?

Estimated annual running cost is £1,777 (£148/month), including £1327 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER?

The 2020 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER has a 95% MOT pass rate based on 320 tests in 2026. This ranks 537 out of 2596 cars from 2020.

Which year MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER is most reliable?

The 2020 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER has the highest MOT pass rate at 95%. The least reliable year is 2003 at 56%.

What is the average mileage for a 2020 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER?

The average mileage for a 2020 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER is 39,373 miles, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER (2020)

Q: Is the 2020 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 95% of MITSUBISHI OUTLANDERs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2026, based on 320 tests. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%.

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 320 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,777

£148/month

MOT Pass Rate

95%

Excellent

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 18-32

1998cc Petrol

Great Choice

95% pass rate, £1777/year to run. 13 points above average.

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Petrol1998cc6 years old320 tests39k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1998cc)

~36 mpg

£1,327

Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,777

Per month£148/mo

Per week£34/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

95% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%National avg: 82%100%

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 6 years old, 95% of MITSUBISHI OUTLANDERs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 320 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 39,373 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 cars537th of 2,596(top 21%)

Rank among MITSUBISHI models16th of 408(top 4%)

vs national average+13%(82% avg)

vs 2020 cars average+3%(92% avg)

vs MITSUBISHI average+15%(80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

39,373

Average miles

44,400

Expected for age

The average 2020 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER has 39,373 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	94%	49	32,171 mi
2020	95%	320	39,373 mi
2019	92%	11,777	51,401 mi
2018	90%	18,954	60,669 mi
2017	88%	15,515	69,474 mi
2016	86%	19,100	84,493 mi
2015	83%	22,913	91,259 mi
2014	81%	13,463	97,944 mi
2013	77%	4,020	102,215 mi
2012	77%	2,212	106,552 mi
2011	75%	2,717	118,371 mi
2010	73%	2,892	125,469 mi
2009	70%	2,665	131,124 mi
2008	69%	3,343	138,988 mi
2007	69%	2,251	139,004 mi
2006	73%	131	96,098 mi
2005	64%	281	100,156 mi
2004	66%	325	106,809 mi
2003	56%	52	119,722 mi

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About the 2020 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER

The 2020 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER is a family car with a 1998cc petrol engine. 320 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, 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 39,373 miles at 6 years old, MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2020 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER Fuel Costs

The 1998cc petrol 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 petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2020 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,777 (£148/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £195 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 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 2020 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER

At 6 years old, the MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2020 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Timing Chain / Belt

Watch out

At 6 years old, check whether the timing belt has been replaced (typically due every 5-7 years or 60,000-100,000 miles). A snapped belt can destroy the engine.

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 2020 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Insurance	Total/yr
MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER(2020)	95%	£1327	£195	Grp 18-32	£1777
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF(2019)	92%	£1137	£190	Grp 12-25	£1582-£195
FORD KUGA(2018)	90%	£1137	£190	Grp 12-25	£1582-£195
MINI COOPER(2018)	92%	£1137	£190	Grp 12-25	£1582-£195
NISSAN QASHQAI(2020)	93%	£1137	£190	Grp 12-25	£1582-£195

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.