Mitsubishi Galant Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mitsubishi Galant reliable? We analysed 121,113 real MOT tests across 16,216 vehicles to find out.
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The Mitsubishi Galant is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, brake pipe excessively corroded and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mitsubishi Galant.
Mitsubishi Galant Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mitsubishi Galant. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mitsubishi Galant MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mitsubishi Galant to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mitsubishi Galant Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mitsubishi Galant fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mitsubishi Galant Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mitsubishi Galant owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mitsubishi Galant MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mitsubishi Galant year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 172 | 71.5% | 86,192 | 102,750 | 119,066 |
| 2008 | 146 | 70.5% | 91,007 | 114,532 | 134,966 |
| 2007 | 158 | 77.2% | 93,850 | 116,705 | 131,512 |
| 2006 | 189 | 67.2% | 59,574 | 87,022 | 113,869 |
| 2005 | 112 | 69.6% | 70,677 | 86,573 | 109,295 |
| 2004 | 331 | 70.4% | 64,241 | 86,671 | 107,977 |
| 2003 | 3,596 | 68.9% | 51,705 | 74,872 | 102,679 |
| 2002 | 11,886 | 69.4% | 52,540 | 75,945 | 101,231 |
| 2001 | 17,073 | 67.8% | 62,864 | 86,105 | 111,568 |
| 2000 | 18,400 | 67.2% | 71,295 | 94,826 | 121,205 |
| 1999 | 13,731 | 67.4% | 73,189 | 94,817 | 120,444 |
| 1998 | 21,014 | 66.9% | 75,397 | 97,453 | 123,486 |
| 1997 | 12,525 | 66.0% | 79,270 | 101,231 | 125,954 |
| 1996 | 2,190 | 65.3% | 73,168 | 93,286 | 113,974 |
| 1995 | 3,023 | 63.3% | 79,533 | 99,403 | 122,377 |
| 1994 | 3,150 | 62.4% | 82,486 | 101,859 | 122,236 |
| 1993 | 3,322 | 62.8% | 84,228 | 106,872 | 130,449 |
| 1992 | 2,502 | 63.1% | 79,160 | 101,752 | 123,446 |
| 1991 | 2,372 | 64.8% | 82,518 | 108,553 | 133,434 |
| 1990 | 2,071 | 64.7% | 80,121 | 104,281 | 130,232 |
How Long Does a Mitsubishi Galant Last?
Based on 16,216 Mitsubishi Galant vehicles on UK roads.
Mitsubishi Galant Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mitsubishi Galant 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 Galant
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
77.4% MOT pass rate from 62 tests
62.4% MOT pass rate from 3,150 tests
The best year to buy a used Mitsubishi Galant is 1986, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.4% across 62 tests. The 1994 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Mitsubishi Galant Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Galant THIS CAR | 66.8% | 121,113 | 93,977 mi | 37 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 Mustang | 83.9% | 140,135 | 33,720 mi | 32 yrs |
Compared to the Mitsubishi L200 (74.1% pass rate) and the Mitsubishi Shogun (71.9% pass rate), the Mitsubishi Galant trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Mitsubishi Galant has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.8% across 121,113 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Mitsubishi Galant are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (8,016 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (7,649), and position lamp(s) not working (4,566). 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 Galant owner drives around 5,932 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 Galant models stay on UK roads for around 37 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.