Mitsubishi Lancer MOT Failure Rate — 0-2 Years Old

15.5%
MOT failure rate for 0-2-year-old Mitsubishi Lancer vehicles
Based on 291 MOT tests
12.5pp below the UK average (28%)

Mitsubishi Lancer shows good reliability at this age, with a 15.5% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (0-2 Years)

Which parts of a 0-2-year-old Mitsubishi Lancer are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 6.2%
Visibility 3.1%
Brakes 1.5%
Suspension 1.3%
Tyres 1.1%
Body & Chassis 0.5%
Steering 0.1%

How Does This Compare?

Mitsubishi Lancer MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 15.5% 291 Lamps & Electrics
3-5 years 11.3% 662 Lamps & Electrics
6-10 years 27.9% 4,112 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 37.1% 27,793 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 26.1% 16,629 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 0-2 year old Mitsubishi Lancer reliable?

Yes. Based on 291 MOT tests, 0-2-year-old Mitsubishi Lancer vehicles have a 15.5% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 0-2 year old Mitsubishi Lancer?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 6.2% failure risk
  • Visibility — 3.1% failure risk
  • Brakes — 1.5% failure risk

How can I prepare my Mitsubishi Lancer for its MOT?

For a 0-2-year-old Mitsubishi Lancer, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 0-2-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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