2018 Alfa Romeo Mito — MOT failures & pass rate
2,383 MOT tests on the 2018 Alfa Romeo Mito are in this dataset, and 84.8% of them passed. Superminis of a similar age fail 11.3% of the time, so this is 3.9pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in suspension, visibility and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
Suspension dominates the failure mix at 7.9% of all tests — 3.6 points clear of visibility, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are coil spring, wipers and brake pads — coil spring alone was recorded 186 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 12.5% in the 0-30k band and 22.4% in the 60-90k band, a 9.9-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 23.1% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 7.6% of tests failed in 2021 against 18.5% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 7.9% | 188 |
| 2 | Visibility | 4.3% | 103 |
| 3 | Tyres | 3.9% | 94 |
| 4 | Brakes | 3.4% | 81 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 2.9% | 70 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.7% | 17 |
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 | 186 |
| 2 | Wipers | 80 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 52 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 48 |
| 5 | Washers | 45 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 39 |
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 | 23.1% | 550 |
| 2 | Brakes | 20.9% | 499 |
| 3 | Suspension | 5.3% | 127 |
| 4 | Other defects | 4.7% | 113 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.3% | 55 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 2.2% | 53 |
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 | 1,387 | 12.5% |
| 30-60k | 861 | 18.5% |
| 60-90k | 125 | 22.4% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 2,157 | 15.2% |
| Diesel | 226 | 15.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 445 | 7.6% |
| 2022 | 463 | 11.2% |
| 2023 | 494 | 18.8% |
| 2024 | 495 | 18.8% |
| 2025 | 486 | 18.5% |
What to check before buying a 2018 Mito
On a 2018 Mito, suspension is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 7.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Suspension (7.9% 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.
- Visibility (4.3% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Tyres (3.9% 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.
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 2018 Alfa Romeo Mitos pass their MOT?
84.8% of the 2,383 2018 Alfa Romeo Mito MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 15.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2018 Alfa Romeo Mito?
Suspension, recorded in 7.9% of tests, followed by visibility (4.3%).
Does the 2018 Mito get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.5% in the 0-30k band to 22.4% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,383 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.