Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Exceed MOT pass rate & common failures
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Exceed appears in 2,569 MOT tests spanning model years 2019–2021, and 93.3% of them passed. Against all cars of a similar age (9.4% fail rate), the Eclipse Cross Exceed comes out 2.8pp better. Its most common failure areas are visibility, brakes and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — visibility (3.8%) and brakes (2.9%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, brake pads and headlamp aim — wipers alone was recorded 123 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the Eclipse Cross Exceed fails 5.7% of the time in the 0-30k band and 7.1% at 60-90k, a spread of only 1.5 points.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 23.3% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
By model year
Every Eclipse Cross Exceed model year with a usable sample. Years with their own detailed report are linked.
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | Fail rate | Most common failure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 971 | 93.3% | 6.7% | Brakes |
| 2020 | 793 | 94.6% | 5.4% | Visibility |
| 2021 | 805 | 92.2% | 7.8% | Visibility |
Most common failures (all years)
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 3.8% | 98 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.9% | 75 |
| 3 | Tyres | 2.1% | 54 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.3% | 32 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.7% | 17 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.3% | 7 |
| 7 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.1% | 2 |
| 8 | Steering | 0.1% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 123 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 84 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 35 |
| 4 | Brake discs | 14 |
| 5 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 11 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 10 |
| 7 | Bumpers | 8 |
| 8 | Washers | 7 |
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 | 23.3% | 599 |
| 2 | Brakes | 17.8% | 457 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.1% | 130 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.0% | 76 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.5% | 38 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.5% | 12 |
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 | 1,660 | 5.7% |
| 30-60k | 846 | 8.4% |
| 60-90k | 56 | 7.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 251 | 6.8% |
| 2023 | 506 | 4.9% |
| 2024 | 921 | 8.1% |
| 2025 | 891 | 6.1% |
What to check before buying a Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Exceed
- Visibility (3.8% 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.
- Brakes (2.9% 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.
- Tyres (2.1% 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
What is the MOT pass rate for the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Exceed?
93.3% of the 2,569 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Exceed MOT tests in this dataset passed, a 6.7% fail rate, across model years 2019–2021.
What does the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Exceed most often fail its MOT on?
Visibility, recorded in 3.8% of tests, then brakes (2.9%).
How much does mileage affect Eclipse Cross Exceed MOT results?
Fail rates run at 5.7% for cars in the 0-30k band and 7.1% for 60-90k, a 1.5-point difference.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,569 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.