CarVerify

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

Free Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT car check

Is the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT reliable? We analysed 914 real MOT tests across 242 vehicles to find out.

Got a specific Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT? Enter the reg for a free check:

Free basic check Reports from £4.99 Results in seconds
Data last updated: · Based on 914 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.7%
Typical Mileage
29,993mi
Annual Mileage
6,926mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT.

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

91.1%
2021
88.7%
2020
90.7%
2019

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,501 mi/yr
Typical
6,926 mi/yr
Average
7,540 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,397 mi/yr

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 179 91.1% 16,663 24,313 34,896
2020 548 88.7% 21,205 31,284 45,037
2019 172 90.7% 20,263 29,612 41,493

How Long Does a Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT Last?

Based on 242 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.7 years
Median
5.0 years

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
29,993 mi
75th Percentile
43,191 mi
95th Percentile
64,891 mi
Max Recorded
94,698 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2021

91.1% MOT pass rate from 179 tests

Year to avoid
2020

88.7% MOT pass rate from 548 tests

The best year to buy a used Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.1% across 179 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT THIS CAR 89.7% 914 29,993 mi — 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
Mercedes-benz E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI A 75.8% 1,059 105,810 mi — yrs

Compared to the Mitsubishi L200 (74.1% pass rate) and the Mitsubishi Shogun (71.9% pass rate), the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT outperforms both on MOT reliability.

Found a Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT you like?

Run a full vehicle history check on the specific car. See finance, stolen, write-off, mileage and MOT data for that exact vehicle.

Check a specific Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT

Should you buy a used Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT?

The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.7% across 914 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT owner drives around 6,926 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.

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.

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT reliable?
Based on 914 MOT tests, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT has a 89.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT do per year?
The typical Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT does around 6,926 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 CVT is 2021 with a 91.1% pass rate across 179 tests.