Mitsubishi I MOT Check

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

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80.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-1.9%

vs Mitsubishi Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Mitsubishi I — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mitsubishi I has an average MOT pass rate of 80.3%, which is 1.9 percentage points below the Mitsubishi brand average of 82.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the I is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Mitsubishi I fails its MOT are steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged. If you are preparing your I 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 I, 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 I performs at MOT across different model years.

2012

Based on 150 vehicles

89.3%Excellent

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

9.8%

2011

Based on 198 vehicles

82.8%Good

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

1.8%

Retest Rate

13.6%

2010

Based on 38 vehicles

84.2%Good

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

4.0%

2009

Based on 49 vehicles

71.4%Average

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

33.3%

2008

Based on 333 vehicles

77.2%Good

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.0%

Retest Rate

17.0%

2007

Based on 328 vehicles

76.2%Good

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

14.7%

0

Based on 568 vehicles

81.2%Good

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Mileage at 5yr

47k mi

Top MOT Failures — Mitsubishi I

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

Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

5.6%

Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen

3.4%

A tyre seriously damaged

3.3%

An obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

3.0%

Mitsubishi I Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Offside

2.7%

Front

2.0%

Front Nearside

1.3%

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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 I

Mitsubishi I — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mitsubishi I MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mitsubishi I?

The average MOT pass rate for the Mitsubishi I is 80.3% 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 I?

The most common MOT failures on the Mitsubishi I are: Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (5.6%), Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen (3.4%), A tyre seriously damaged (3.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Mitsubishi I reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 80.3%, the Mitsubishi I is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

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

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 I?

Typical mileage for the Mitsubishi I: 47,460 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used I to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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