Mitsubishi Coupe Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Mitsubishi Coupe car check
Is the Mitsubishi Coupe reliable? We analysed 1,238 real MOT tests across 130 vehicles to find out.
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The Mitsubishi Coupe is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, brake pipe excessively corroded and steering rack gaiter split. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mitsubishi Coupe.
Mitsubishi Coupe Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mitsubishi Coupe. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mitsubishi Coupe MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mitsubishi Coupe to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mitsubishi Coupe Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mitsubishi Coupe fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mitsubishi Coupe Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mitsubishi Coupe owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mitsubishi Coupe MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mitsubishi Coupe year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 134 | 67.9% | 78,651 | 99,721 | 128,954 |
| 2002 | 86 | 69.8% | 81,006 | 100,320 | 131,477 |
| 2001 | 104 | 66.3% | 64,697 | 85,213 | 126,036 |
| 2000 | 126 | 60.3% | 70,016 | 94,629 | 137,505 |
| 1999 | 112 | 65.2% | 103,369 | 137,410 | 171,572 |
| 1998 | 61 | 63.9% | 87,218 | 99,272 | 118,573 |
| 1997 | 61 | 57.4% | 52,944 | 75,162 | 101,050 |
| 1996 | 58 | 63.8% | 64,054 | 74,456 | 84,716 |
| 1995 | 183 | 63.4% | 97,050 | 122,325 | 156,945 |
| 1994 | 84 | 67.9% | 73,556 | 88,434 | 107,149 |
How Long Does a Mitsubishi Coupe Last?
Based on 130 Mitsubishi Coupe vehicles on UK roads.
Mitsubishi Coupe Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mitsubishi Coupe MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Mitsubishi Coupe
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
69.8% MOT pass rate from 86 tests
57.4% MOT pass rate from 61 tests
The best year to buy a used Mitsubishi Coupe is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 69.8% across 86 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 57.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Mitsubishi Coupe Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Coupe THIS CAR | 65.3% | 1,238 | 102,052 mi | 32 yrs |
| Mitsubishi L200 | 74.1% | 1,362,678 | 80,302 mi | 29 yrs |
| Mitsubishi Shogun | 71.9% | 1,312,716 | 107,142 mi | 37 yrs |
| Mitsubishi Colt | 72.5% | 950,325 | 59,666 mi | 30 yrs |
| Ford Kuga St-line First ED E-blue | 87.1% | 1,550 | 33,972 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Mitsubishi L200 (74.1% pass rate) and the Mitsubishi Shogun (71.9% pass rate), the Mitsubishi Coupe trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Mitsubishi Coupe has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.3% across 1,238 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Mitsubishi Coupe are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (83 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (79), and steering rack gaiter split (78). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Mitsubishi Coupe owner drives around 3,688 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Mitsubishi Coupe models stay on UK roads for around 32 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.