Mitsubishi Lancer MOT Failure Rate — 11-15 Years Old

37.1%
MOT failure rate for 11-15-year-old Mitsubishi Lancer vehicles
Based on 27,793 MOT tests
9.1pp above the UK average (28%)

This model shows significant deterioration in this age bracket, with a 37.1% failure rate. Pre-MOT inspection strongly recommended, especially for lamps & electrics.

Component Risk Breakdown (11-15 Years)

Which parts of a 11-15-year-old Mitsubishi Lancer are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 7.8%
Suspension 6.7%
Brakes 5.4%
Steering 3.5%
Tyres 2.7%
Visibility 2.7%
Body & Chassis 2.2%

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 11-15 year old Mitsubishi Lancer reliable?

11-15-year-old Mitsubishi Lancer vehicles have a 37.1% failure rate, which is above average. Consider a pre-MOT inspection, particularly checking lamps & electrics.

What are the common MOT failures on a 11-15 year old Mitsubishi Lancer?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 7.8% failure risk
  • Suspension — 6.7% failure risk
  • Brakes — 5.4% failure risk

How can I prepare my Mitsubishi Lancer for its MOT?

For a 11-15-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.

Other Mitsubishi Lancer Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 11-15-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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