Mitsubishi Lancer MOT Failure Rate — 15+ Years Old

26.1%
MOT failure rate for 15+-year-old Mitsubishi Lancer vehicles
Based on 16,629 MOT tests
1.9pp below the UK average (28%)

Mitsubishi Lancer in this age bracket has a 26.1% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: lamps & electrics and suspension.

Component Risk Breakdown (15+ Years)

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

Lamps & Electrics 6.8%
Suspension 5.5%
Brakes 3.7%
Steering 2.3%
Visibility 2.2%
Tyres 2.1%
Body & Chassis 2.1%

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 15+ year old Mitsubishi Lancer reliable?

15+-year-old Mitsubishi Lancer vehicles have a 26.1% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

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

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 6.8% failure risk
  • Suspension — 5.5% failure risk
  • Brakes — 3.7% failure risk

How can I prepare my Mitsubishi Lancer for its MOT?

For a 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.

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