Mitsubishi FTO MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mitsubishi FTO. Check any FTO by registration number below.

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60.0%

Avg Pass Rate

-22.2%

vs Mitsubishi Avg

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Mitsubishi FTO — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mitsubishi FTO has an average MOT pass rate of 60.0%, which is 22.2 percentage points below the Mitsubishi brand average of 82.2%. This suggests the FTO can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

The most common reasons a Mitsubishi FTO fails its MOT are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced. If you are preparing your FTO for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Mitsubishi FTO, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mitsubishi FTO performs at MOT across different model years.

2007

Based on 58 vehicles

62.1%Below Average

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

10.3%

Retest Rate

25.6%

2006

Based on 82 vehicles

56.1%Below Average

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

8.7%

Retest Rate

23.9%

2005

Based on 67 vehicles

67.2%Average

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

11.4%

Retest Rate

28.6%

2004

Based on 93 vehicles

66.7%Average

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

15.8%

2003

Based on 92 vehicles

58.7%Below Average

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

24.5%

2002

Based on 67 vehicles

58.2%Below Average

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

15.4%

2001

Based on 69 vehicles

69.6%Average

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

7.0%

Retest Rate

25.6%

2000

Based on 180 vehicles

63.9%Below Average

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

30.4%

1999

Based on 85 vehicles

47.1%Poor

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.3%

Retest Rate

33.3%

1998

Based on 56 vehicles

78.6%Good

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.9%

Retest Rate

12.2%

1997

Based on 30 vehicles

16.7%Poor

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

12.0%

Retest Rate

28.0%

1995

Based on 57 vehicles

68.4%Average

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

12.8%

Retest Rate

12.8%

0

Based on 449 vehicles

66.1%Average

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Mileage at 5yr

116k mi

Top MOT Failures — Mitsubishi FTO

The most common reasons a Mitsubishi FTO fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

33.3%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

26.9%

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

20.2%

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

17.6%

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

16.4%

Mitsubishi FTO Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Offside

24.1%

Front Nearside

20.7%

Rear Nearside

17.2%

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Mitsubishi FTO

Mitsubishi FTO — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mitsubishi FTO MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mitsubishi FTO?

The average MOT pass rate for the Mitsubishi FTO is 60.0% compared to the Mitsubishi average of 82.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Mitsubishi FTO?

The most common MOT failures on the Mitsubishi FTO are: Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (33.3%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (26.9%), Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced (20.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Mitsubishi FTO reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 60.0%, the Mitsubishi FTO is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This suggests more frequent issues — pay close attention to the common failures listed on this page when buying or maintaining this model.

How do I check the MOT history of a Mitsubishi FTO?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Mitsubishi FTO?

Typical mileage for the Mitsubishi FTO: 115,743 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used FTO to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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