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MITSUBISHI UNCLASSIFIED (2009)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 38 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

66%

Total Tests (2024)

38

Avg Mileage

108,785 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,927

Is the 2009 MITSUBISHI UNCLASSIFIED reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 16 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the MITSUBISHI brand average of 80%.

At 15 years old, 66% of MITSUBISHI UNCLASSIFIEDs from 2009 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 38 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 108,785 miles.

How does the 2009 MITSUBISHI UNCLASSIFIED compare?

Rank among all 2009 cars554th out of 575(top 96%)
Rank among all MITSUBISHI models373th out of 408(top 91%)
vs national average-16% (82% avg)
vs 2009 cars average-9% (75% avg)
vs MITSUBISHI average-14% (80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2009 MITSUBISHI UNCLASSIFIED has 108,785 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 111,000 miles for a 15-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a MITSUBISHI UNCLASSIFIED?

The most reliable year is the 2000 model with a 88% MOT pass rate, while the 2007 model has the lowest at 73%. The 2009 sits between the two at 66%.

How much does a 2009 MITSUBISHI UNCLASSIFIED cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1968cc)
£1,037
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£1,927
Per month£161/mo

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

MITSUBISHI UNCLASSIFIED by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202076%3867,855 mi
201998%4474,456 mi
201882%50102,898 mi
201797%3073,466 mi
200966%38108,785 mi
200877%3599,130 mi
200773%105104,122 mi
200681%103120,952 mi
200573%188144,980 mi
200483%138114,487 mi
200377%183129,929 mi
200285%78118,130 mi
200182%77106,952 mi
200088%9890,302 mi
199986%5882,895 mi
199885%54101,954 mi
199777%4391,983 mi
199681%42133,642 mi

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About the 2009 MITSUBISHI UNCLASSIFIED

The 2009 MITSUBISHI UNCLASSIFIED is a family car with a 1968cc diesel engine. 38 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 96% of 2009 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 108,785 miles at 15 years old, MITSUBISHI UNCLASSIFIED owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2009 MITSUBISHI UNCLASSIFIED Fuel Costs

The 1968cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2009 MITSUBISHI UNCLASSIFIED?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,927 (£161/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 66% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

MITSUBISHI UNCLASSIFIED Reliability Trend

Older MITSUBISHI UNCLASSIFIEDs tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 7 percentage points across model years.

Buying a Used 2009 MITSUBISHI UNCLASSIFIED

At 15 years old, the MITSUBISHI UNCLASSIFIED 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 2000 model has the highest pass rate at 88%. Note: with only 38 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2009 MITSUBISHI UNCLASSIFIED

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