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Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT reliable? We analysed 8,019 real MOT tests across 1,914 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 8,019 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.7%
Typical Mileage
31,705mi
Annual Mileage
7,392mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed 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 Exceed CVT.

Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT Number Plates

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

Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

81.5%
2021
87.9%
2020
87.7%
2019

Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 59
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38

Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
4,779 mi/yr
Typical
7,392 mi/yr
Average
8,191 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,668 mi/yr

Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 130 81.5% 22,253 34,900 45,601
2020 4,186 87.9% 20,461 30,808 43,626
2019 3,573 87.7% 21,642 32,258 45,403

How Long Does a Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT Last?

Based on 1,914 Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.9 years
Median
5.0 years

Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT Mileage Distribution

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

Median
31,705 mi
75th Percentile
44,903 mi
95th Percentile
69,260 mi
Max Recorded
641,643 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT

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

Best year
2020

87.9% MOT pass rate from 4,186 tests

Year to avoid
2021

81.5% MOT pass rate from 130 tests

The best year to buy a used Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.9% across 4,186 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 81.5% — 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 Exceed 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 Exceed CVT THIS CAR 87.7% 8,019 31,705 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
Triumph T100 90.2% 5,649 9,561 mi 72 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT?

The Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.7% across 8,019 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 Exceed 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 Exceed CVT owner drives around 7,392 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 Exceed CVT — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT reliable?
Based on 8,019 MOT tests, the Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT has a 87.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT do per year?
The typical Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT does around 7,392 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed 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 Exceed CVT?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT is 2020 with a 87.9% pass rate across 4,186 tests.