2020 Mitsubishi Asx Dynamic — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2020 Mitsubishi Asx Dynamic passed 91.3% of its 2,017 recorded MOT tests. All cars of a similar age fail at 9.3%, so the 2020 Asx Dynamic sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in visibility, tyres and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Visibility dominates the failure mix at 6.2% of all tests — 3.4 points clear of tyres, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, brake pads and headlamp aim — wipers alone was recorded 147 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2020 Asx Dynamic fails 6.8% of the time in the 0-30k band and 9.6% at 60-90k, a spread of only 2.8 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 14.7% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 6.2% | 124 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.8% | 56 |
| 3 | Brakes | 2.5% | 51 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 2.5% | 50 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.4% | 8 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 7 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 147 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 53 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 24 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 23 |
| 5 | Front fog lamps | 21 |
| 6 | Washers | 15 |
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 | 14.7% | 296 |
| 2 | Brakes | 13.6% | 275 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.7% | 115 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.8% | 76 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.7% | 34 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.5% | 10 |
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 | 1,227 | 6.8% |
| 30-60k | 707 | 11.6% |
| 60-90k | 73 | 9.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 703 | 8.8% |
| 2024 | 658 | 8.8% |
| 2025 | 640 | 8.6% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Asx Dynamic
On a 2020 Asx Dynamic, visibility is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 6.2% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Visibility (6.2% 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 (2.8% 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.
- Brakes (2.5% 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 2020 Mitsubishi Asx Dynamics pass their MOT?
91.3% of the 2,017 2020 Mitsubishi Asx Dynamic MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Mitsubishi Asx Dynamic?
Visibility, recorded in 6.2% of tests, followed by tyres (2.8%).
Does the 2020 Asx Dynamic get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.8% in the 0-30k band to 9.6% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,017 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.