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Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT reliable? We analysed 11,771 real MOT tests across 2,921 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 11,771 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.2%
Typical Mileage
40,714mi
Annual Mileage
9,739mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

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

Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT Number Plates

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

Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

87.3%
2021
87.7%
2020
85.5%
2019

Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 88

Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
6,365 mi/yr
Typical
9,739 mi/yr
Average
13,234 mi/yr
Heavy usage
15,506 mi/yr

Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 3,482 87.3% 28,235 41,164 55,526
2020 5,824 87.7% 25,491 38,572 57,912
2019 2,230 85.5% 29,842 44,364 66,027

How Long Does a Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT Last?

Based on 2,921 Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.5 years
Median
5.0 years

Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT Mileage Distribution

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

Median
40,714 mi
75th Percentile
58,735 mi
95th Percentile
99,633 mi
Max Recorded
241,004 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT

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

Best year
2020

87.7% MOT pass rate from 5,824 tests

Year to avoid
2019

85.5% MOT pass rate from 2,230 tests

The best year to buy a used Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.7% across 5,824 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.5% — 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 Dynamic PHEV CVT Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT THIS CAR 87.2% 11,771 40,714 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
Ferrari 458 Spider Dct S-a 93.6% 4,098 11,839 mi 14 yrs

Compared to the Mitsubishi L200 (74.1% pass rate) and the Mitsubishi Shogun (71.9% pass rate), the Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT?

The Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.2% across 11,771 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 Outlander Dynamic PHEV 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 Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT owner drives around 9,739 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 Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT reliable?
Based on 11,771 MOT tests, the Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT has a 87.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT do per year?
The typical Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT does around 9,739 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV 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 Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic PHEV CVT is 2020 with a 87.7% pass rate across 5,824 tests.