Mitsubishi Outlander Design Phev Cvt
From 1,916 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Older Outlander Design Phev Cvts fare better: 2021 models pass at 78.5% vs 88.4% for 2020.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a headlamp or light source missing and inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 42 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 42 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 32 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 25 |
| a tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative | 19 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 11 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 9 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 8 |
| wiper blade defective | 7 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 7 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 7 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 35.9% of failures are serious: 35.9% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £56.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 78.5% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2020 | 88.4% | a tyre seriously damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2019 | 83.8% | a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all Outlander Design Phev Cvts tested had between 20,187 and 43,535 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 26,249 median miles, the Outlander Design Phev Cvt has 0.057 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 Outlander Design Phev Cvt MOT pass rate?
The Mitsubishi Outlander Design Phev Cvt has a 85% MOT pass rate based on 1,916 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Mitsubishi Outlander Design Phev Cvt?
The most common MOT failure on the Mitsubishi Outlander Design Phev Cvt is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 42 failures. Other common issues include wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen.
What is the typical mileage of a Mitsubishi Outlander Design Phev Cvt at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Mitsubishi Outlander Design Phev Cvt is 26,249 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 20,187 and 43,535 miles.
Buying a used Outlander Design Phev Cvt?
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.
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