Mitsubishi Outlander Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mitsubishi Outlander reliable? We analysed 726,436 real MOT tests across 75,074 vehicles to find out.
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The Mitsubishi Outlander is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and track rod end ball joint has excessive play. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mitsubishi Outlander.
Mitsubishi Outlander Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mitsubishi Outlander. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mitsubishi Outlander MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mitsubishi Outlander to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mitsubishi Outlander Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mitsubishi Outlander fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mitsubishi Outlander Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Mitsubishi Outlander models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Mitsubishi Outlander Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mitsubishi Outlander owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mitsubishi Outlander MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mitsubishi Outlander year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 56 | 89.3% | 23,741 | 37,391 | 61,977 |
| 2020 | 728 | 89.3% | 25,275 | 38,651 | 56,302 |
| 2019 | 33,725 | 88.2% | 28,602 | 42,944 | 61,986 |
| 2018 | 66,149 | 87.6% | 31,625 | 47,294 | 67,761 |
| 2017 | 68,049 | 87.0% | 34,522 | 51,974 | 74,157 |
| 2016 | 97,196 | 85.4% | 40,230 | 60,492 | 86,080 |
| 2015 | 132,579 | 82.5% | 43,633 | 64,972 | 90,913 |
| 2014 | 47,845 | 78.9% | 47,227 | 70,179 | 96,329 |
| 2013 | 29,801 | 77.0% | 48,963 | 72,853 | 98,943 |
| 2012 | 18,307 | 80.3% | 50,081 | 76,291 | 103,652 |
| 2011 | 24,633 | 78.5% | 56,856 | 85,476 | 114,026 |
| 2010 | 31,243 | 76.7% | 57,060 | 87,858 | 118,816 |
| 2009 | 31,885 | 75.0% | 62,305 | 94,052 | 126,431 |
| 2008 | 50,294 | 74.1% | 64,528 | 96,803 | 128,725 |
| 2007 | 47,261 | 72.6% | 64,814 | 97,118 | 128,925 |
| 2006 | 4,980 | 71.7% | 41,902 | 65,242 | 88,700 |
| 2005 | 11,561 | 70.7% | 44,804 | 68,283 | 94,548 |
| 2004 | 23,134 | 70.2% | 46,928 | 70,464 | 97,850 |
| 2003 | 3,047 | 69.6% | 44,338 | 68,619 | 93,974 |
How Long Does a Mitsubishi Outlander Last?
Based on 75,074 Mitsubishi Outlander vehicles on UK roads.
Mitsubishi Outlander Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Outlander
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
89.3% MOT pass rate from 728 tests
69.6% MOT pass rate from 3,047 tests
The best year to buy a used Mitsubishi Outlander is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.3% across 728 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Mitsubishi Outlander Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Outlander THIS CAR | 80.9% | 726,436 | 66,648 mi | 22 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 |
| Honda CBR600F | 84.3% | 233,298 | 23,952 mi | 39 yrs |
Compared to the Mitsubishi L200 (74.1% pass rate) and the Mitsubishi Shogun (71.9% pass rate), the Mitsubishi Outlander outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Mitsubishi Outlander has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.9% across 726,436 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Mitsubishi Outlander are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4,278 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (4,050), and track rod end ball joint has excessive play (4,007). 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.
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 Outlander 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 Outlander owner drives around 8,010 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 Outlander models stay on UK roads for around 22 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.