Mitsubishi Fto
From 774 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are emissions levels exceed default limits, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired and vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced. The top issue, emissions levels exceed default limits, caused 100 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| emissions levels exceed default limits | 100 |
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 90 |
| vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced | 76 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 65 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 38 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 37 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 36 |
| brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle. | 35 |
| lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | 35 |
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 33 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 30.5% of Fto failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 31.4% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £206.
Mitsubishi Fto on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 16 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 16. At this rate, roughly 12.8 years until none remain. Now at 23.8% of its peak (857 in 2008 Q3).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 41 | 163 | +0 | -6 | -6 |
| 2025 Q2 | 41 | 169 | +0 | -3 | -3 |
| 2025 Q1 | 41 | 172 | +0 | -2 | -2 |
| 2024 Q4 | 41 | 174 | +0 | -5 | -5 |
| 2024 Q3 | 42 | 178 | +0 | -6 | -6 |
| 2024 Q2 | 48 | 178 | +0 | -4 | -4 |
| 2024 Q1 | 48 | 182 | +0 | -0 | +2 |
| 2023 Q4 | 46 | 182 | +0 | -4 | -4 |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 57.1% | emissions levels exceed default limits, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
Typical mileage
Half of all Ftos tested had between 89,810 and 123,222 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 101,142 median miles, the Fto has 0.037 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Mitsubishi models
| Mitsubishi L200 | 76.9% |
| Mitsubishi Outlander | 80.9% |
| Mitsubishi Shogun | 76.8% |
| Mitsubishi Asx | 79.9% |
| Mitsubishi Colt | 64.6% |
Common questions
What is the Mitsubishi Fto MOT pass rate?
The Mitsubishi Fto has a 62.1% MOT pass rate based on 774 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Mitsubishi Fto?
The most common MOT failure on the Mitsubishi Fto is emissions levels exceed default limits, which caused 100 failures. Other common issues include the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired.
How many Mitsubishi Ftos are on UK roads?
There are 41 Mitsubishi Ftos currently licensed on UK roads, with 163 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Mitsubishi Fto at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Mitsubishi Fto is 101,142 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 89,810 and 123,222 miles.
Buying a used Fto?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 62.1% pass rate and an average repair bill of £206 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 30.5% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.