2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Dyn Safety — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 599 MOT tests, the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Dyn Safety recorded a 92.2% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail at 8.6%, so the 2021 Outlander Dyn Safety sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, visibility and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (5.7%) and visibility (4.3%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, headlamp aim and headlamp — wipers alone was recorded 34 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2021 Outlander Dyn Safety fails 9.2% of the time in the 0-30k band and 10.5% at 60-90k, a spread of only 1.4 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 17.5% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 5.7% | 34 |
| 2 | Visibility | 4.3% | 26 |
| 3 | Tyres | 4.0% | 24 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.8% | 5 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.5% | 3 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 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 | 34 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 18 |
| 3 | Headlamp | 18 |
| 4 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 6 |
| 5 | Registration plates | 5 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 3 |
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 | 17.5% | 105 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.5% | 69 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.0% | 30 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.2% | 19 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.3% | 14 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.5% | 3 |
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 | 229 | 9.2% |
| 30-60k | 297 | 6.7% |
| 60-90k | 57 | 10.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 299 | 8.0% |
| 2025 | 285 | 7.4% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Outlander Dyn Safety
On a 2021 Outlander Dyn Safety, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 5.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (5.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (4.3% 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 (4.0% 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 Outlander Dyn Safetys pass their MOT?
92.2% of the 599 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Dyn Safety MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Dyn Safety?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 5.7% of tests, followed by visibility (4.3%).
Does the 2021 Outlander Dyn Safety get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.2% in the 0-30k band to 10.5% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 599 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.