2013 Alfa Romeo Mito — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 10,976 MOT tests analysed for the 2013 Alfa Romeo Mito, the most common recorded failure areas were suspension, lighting & signalling and brakes. Its pass rate of 75.5% was below the average for cars of a similar age (81.1%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 31.4% in the 150k+ group versus 17.0% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 11.6% | 1,278 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 8.0% | 883 |
| 3 | Brakes | 6.1% | 669 |
| 4 | Tyres | 6.0% | 661 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.5% | 494 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.6% | 394 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 1,003 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 381 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 325 |
| 4 | Headlamp | 322 |
| 5 | Wipers | 314 |
| 6 | Track rod end | 264 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 29.0% | 3,181 |
| 2 | Brakes | 27.7% | 3,044 |
| 3 | Suspension | 23.9% | 2,627 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.4% | 1,028 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 9.1% | 999 |
| 6 | Other defects | 7.6% | 831 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 590 | 17.0% |
| 30-60k | 3,942 | 22.2% |
| 60-90k | 4,599 | 25.9% |
| 90-120k | 1,516 | 27.8% |
| 120-150k | 289 | 28.7% |
| 150k+ | 35 | 31.4% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 8,586 | 24.1% |
| Diesel | 2,390 | 25.7% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,339 | 23.6% |
| 2022 | 2,340 | 24.5% |
| 2023 | 2,256 | 24.8% |
| 2024 | 2,079 | 23.5% |
| 2025 | 1,962 | 26.0% |
What to check before buying a 2013 Mito
Before buying a 2013 Alfa Romeo Mito, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Suspension accounted for 11.6% of tests for this year.
- Suspension (11.6% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (8.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (6.1% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2013 Alfa Romeo Mitos pass their MOT?
75.5% of the 10,976 2013 Alfa Romeo Mito MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 24.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 Alfa Romeo Mito?
Suspension, recorded in 11.6% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (8.0%).
Does the 2013 Mito get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 17.0% in the 0-30k band to 31.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 10,976 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.