2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Exceed — MOT failures & pass rate
805 MOT tests on the 2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Exceed are in this dataset, and 92.2% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail at 8.6%, so the 2021 Eclipse Cross Exceed sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in visibility, brakes and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — visibility (5.5%) and brakes (3.2%) 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 55 times.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 25.5% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 5.5% | 44 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.2% | 26 |
| 3 | Tyres | 2.6% | 21 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.4% | 11 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.8% | 6 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.1% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 55 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 30 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 10 |
| 4 | Brake discs | 8 |
| 5 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 7 |
| 6 | Bumpers | 5 |
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 | 25.5% | 205 |
| 2 | Brakes | 16.4% | 132 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.3% | 51 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.9% | 23 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.4% | 11 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 7 |
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 | 545 | 8.1% |
| 30-60k | 245 | 6.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 422 | 10.9% |
| 2025 | 371 | 4.6% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Eclipse Cross Exceed
On a 2021 Eclipse Cross Exceed, visibility is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 5.5% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Visibility (5.5% 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 (3.2% 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 (2.6% 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 2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Exceeds pass their MOT?
92.2% of the 805 2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Exceed MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Exceed?
Visibility, recorded in 5.5% of tests, followed by brakes (3.2%).
Does the 2021 Eclipse Cross Exceed get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.1% in the 0-30k band to 6.9% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 805 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.