2011 Mitsubishi I — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 491 MOT tests, the 2011 Mitsubishi I recorded an 84.7% pass rate. Against all cars of a similar age (23.2% fail rate), the 2011 I comes out 7.9pp better. Failures cluster in brakes, visibility and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — brakes (5.7%) and visibility (5.7%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are track rod end, rigid brake pipes and wipers — track rod end alone was recorded 26 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 12.0% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 24.0% once past 60-90k — 2.0× the risk.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 28.1% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 9.2% of tests failed in 2021 against 23.5% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 5.7% | 28 |
| 2 | Visibility | 5.7% | 28 |
| 3 | Tyres | 4.1% | 20 |
| 4 | Steering | 3.5% | 17 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.3% | 16 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 2.9% | 14 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Track rod end | 26 |
| 2 | Rigid brake pipes | 25 |
| 3 | Wipers | 16 |
| 4 | Washers | 11 |
| 5 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 11 |
| 6 | Flexible brake hoses | 10 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 28.1% | 138 |
| 2 | Suspension | 21.0% | 103 |
| 3 | Tyres | 18.3% | 90 |
| 4 | Steering | 8.3% | 41 |
| 5 | Other defects | 3.7% | 18 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.0% | 15 |
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 | 200 | 12.0% |
| 30-60k | 210 | 14.3% |
| 60-90k | 75 | 24.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 98 | 9.2% |
| 2022 | 103 | 12.6% |
| 2023 | 99 | 13.1% |
| 2024 | 93 | 18.3% |
| 2025 | 98 | 23.5% |
What to check before buying a 2011 I
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: brakes accounted for 5.7% of tests. Start there.
- Brakes (5.7% 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.
- Visibility (5.7% 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 (4.1% 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
How many 2011 Mitsubishi Is pass their MOT?
84.7% of the 491 2011 Mitsubishi I MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 15.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2011 Mitsubishi I?
Brakes, recorded in 5.7% of tests, followed by visibility (5.7%).
Does the 2011 I get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.0% in the 0-30k band to 24.0% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 491 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.