Mitsubishi Common MOT Problems (2026)
Every Mitsubishi model ranked by MOT fail rate, with the most common issues identified for each. Based on 546,564 real MOT tests.
Average Mitsubishi MOT pass rate: 80%
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Mitsubishi Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates across all tested years
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Common Issues | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mitsubishi Space Star | 37% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 2 | Mitsubishi Carisma | 31% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 3 | Mitsubishi Grandis | 31% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear | |
| 4 | Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin | 30% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 5 | Mitsubishi Fto | 30% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion |
Most Reliable Mitsubishi Models
Lowest average fail rates; the Mitsubishi models least likely to have MOT problems
All Mitsubishi Models by Fail Rate
Every Mitsubishi model and year combination, sorted by fail rate (highest first)
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carisma | 2001 | 59% | 41% | |
| Space Star | 2003 | 58% | 40% | |
| Delica | 2003 | 60% | 40% | |
| Fto | 1999 | 58% | 40% | |
| Outlander | 2003 | 56% | 40% | |
| L200 | 1995 | 60% | 39% | |
| Galant | 1999 | 61% | 39% | |
| Space Star | 2004 | 61% | 38% | |
| Colt | 2003 | 62% | 38% | |
| Fto | 2003 | 62% | 38% | |
| Space Wagon | 2002 | 61% | 37% | |
| Space Star | 2005 | 62% | 36% | |
| 3000 | 1998 | 64% | 36% | |
| Space Star | 2002 | 64% | 35% | |
| Carisma | 2004 | 64% | 35% | |
| Colt | 1999 | 65% | 35% | |
| Shogun | 1992 | 65% | 35% | |
| Carisma | 2003 | 64% | 34% | |
| Outlander | 2005 | 64% | 34% | |
| Space Star | 2001 | 66% | 34% | |
| Carisma | 2002 | 66% | 34% | |
| Delica | 2015 | 66% | 34% | |
| Grandis | 2009 | 66% | 33% | |
| Colt | 1998 | 67% | 33% | |
| Shogun Pinin | 2002 | 65% | 33% | |
| Outlander | 2004 | 66% | 32% | |
| Shogun Pinin | 2001 | 65% | 32% | |
| Grandis | 2008 | 68% | 32% | |
| Colt | 1996 | 65% | 32% | |
| Space Wagon | 2003 | 66% | 32% | |
| Colt | 2004 | 69% | 31% | |
| Grandis | 2007 | 67% | 31% | |
| Shogun Pinin | 2003 | 68% | 31% | |
| Pajero | 2002 | 68% | 31% | |
| Carisma | 2000 | 65% | 31% | |
| Colt | 2005 | 69% | 30% | |
| Outlander | 2008 | 69% | 30% | |
| Outlander | 2009 | 70% | 30% | |
| Outlander | 2007 | 69% | 30% | |
| Grandis | 2005 | 67% | 30% | |
| L200 Double Cab | 2001 | 67% | 30% | |
| L200 | 1999 | 68% | 30% | |
| Grandis | 2004 | 69% | 30% | |
| Shogun Pinin | 2006 | 66% | 30% | |
| L200 | 1994 | 70% | 30% | |
| Colt | 2008 | 70% | 29% | |
| Colt | 2007 | 71% | 29% | |
| L200 Double Cab | 2002 | 69% | 29% | |
| Shogun Sport | 2007 | 70% | 29% | |
| L200 | 1998 | 69% | 29% |
Showing top 50 of 345 model/year combinations. View all Mitsubishi models
Mitsubishi MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Mitsubishi cars?
The most common MOT problems on Mitsubishi cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake component deterioration, and tyre condition issues. Older Mitsubishi diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. The Space Star has the highest average fail rate at 37%.
Which Mitsubishi model is the most reliable?
The most reliable Mitsubishi model in our data is the Asx Exceed with an average MOT pass rate of 96%. View all Mitsubishi models for full reliability data.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Mitsubishi?
The average MOT pass rate for Mitsubishi is 80%, based on 546,564 MOT tests across 60 models. This means about 20% of Mitsubishi cars fail their MOT on the first attempt.
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