2014 Alfa Romeo Mito — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2014 Alfa Romeo Mito passed 75.4% of its 11,079 recorded MOT tests. Against superminis of a similar age (19.4% fail rate), the 2014 Mito comes out 5.3pp worse. Failures cluster in suspension, tyres and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
Suspension dominates the failure mix at 11.7% of all tests — 5.3 points clear of tyres, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are coil spring, track rod end and wipers — coil spring alone was recorded 1,039 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 19.5% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 26.9% once past 120-150k.
Fuel type barely separates them — petrol fails 24.4% of the time against 25.4% for diesel.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 28.9% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 23.5% of tests failed in 2021 against 26.0% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 11.7% | 1,293 |
| 2 | Tyres | 6.3% | 703 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 6.2% | 684 |
| 4 | Brakes | 6.0% | 669 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.6% | 506 |
| 6 | Steering | 3.9% | 433 |
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 | 1,039 |
| 2 | Track rod end | 522 |
| 3 | Wipers | 333 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 291 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 285 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 281 |
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 | 28.9% | 3,199 |
| 2 | Brakes | 27.1% | 3,001 |
| 3 | Suspension | 21.3% | 2,363 |
| 4 | Other defects | 7.0% | 779 |
| 5 | Steering | 6.9% | 764 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 6.9% | 760 |
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 | 850 | 19.5% |
| 30-60k | 4,775 | 23.4% |
| 60-90k | 4,157 | 26.4% |
| 90-120k | 1,054 | 26.4% |
| 120-150k | 219 | 26.9% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 8,271 | 24.4% |
| Diesel | 2,808 | 25.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,275 | 23.5% |
| 2022 | 2,276 | 23.8% |
| 2023 | 2,259 | 24.4% |
| 2024 | 2,202 | 25.6% |
| 2025 | 2,067 | 26.0% |
What to check before buying a 2014 Mito
On a 2014 Mito, suspension is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 11.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Suspension (11.7% 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.
- Tyres (6.3% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (6.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
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 2014 Alfa Romeo Mitos pass their MOT?
75.4% of the 11,079 2014 Alfa Romeo Mito MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 24.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Alfa Romeo Mito?
Suspension, recorded in 11.7% of tests, followed by tyres (6.3%).
Does the 2014 Mito get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 19.5% in the 0-30k band to 26.9% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 11,079 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.