2019 Mitsubishi Delica — MOT failures & pass rate
337 MOT tests on the 2019 Mitsubishi Delica are in this dataset, and 71.8% of them passed. That is 19.2 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 9.0%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, body, structure & corrosion and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (14.5%) and body, structure & corrosion (11.6%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are joints, rear fog lamp and steering rack — joints alone was recorded 30 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 31.4% in the 60-90k band and 36.4% in the 120-150k band, a 4.9-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 26.1% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 14.5% | 49 |
| 2 | Body, structure & corrosion | 11.6% | 39 |
| 3 | Brakes | 11.0% | 37 |
| 4 | Suspension | 9.5% | 32 |
| 5 | Steering | 9.2% | 31 |
| 6 | Visibility | 5.0% | 17 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joints | 30 |
| 2 | Rear fog lamp | 24 |
| 3 | Steering rack | 23 |
| 4 | Service brake performance | 22 |
| 5 | Track rod end | 18 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 18 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 26.1% | 88 |
| 2 | Brakes | 22.6% | 76 |
| 3 | Tyres | 14.0% | 47 |
| 4 | Other defects | 13.7% | 46 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 12.2% | 41 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 11.3% | 38 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 124 | 31.4% |
| 90-120k | 97 | 25.8% |
| 120-150k | 55 | 36.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 79 | 29.1% |
| 2022 | 74 | 25.7% |
| 2023 | 77 | 28.6% |
| 2024 | 56 | 28.6% |
| 2025 | 51 | 29.4% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Delica
On a 2019 Delica, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 14.5% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (14.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Body, structure & corrosion (11.6% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
- Brakes (11.0% 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 2019 Mitsubishi Delicas pass their MOT?
71.8% of the 337 2019 Mitsubishi Delica MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Mitsubishi Delica?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.5% of tests, followed by body, structure & corrosion (11.6%).
Does the 2019 Delica get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 31.4% in the 60-90k band to 36.4% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 337 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.