Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic MOT pass rate & common failures
The Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic appears in 9,594 MOT tests spanning model years 2019–2021, and 91.4% of them passed. That is effectively the same as all cars of a similar age (9.3% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Its most common failure areas are lighting & signalling, tyres and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (5.1%) and tyres (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 and headlamp aim — wipers alone was recorded 434 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the Outlander Dynamic fails 6.5% of the time in the 0-30k band and 9.1% at 150k+, a spread of only 2.6 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 20.8% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
By model year
Every Outlander Dynamic model year with a usable sample. Years with their own detailed report are linked.
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | Fail rate | Most common failure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1,921 | 90.9% | 9.1% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2020 | 4,893 | 91.4% | 8.6% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2021 | 2,780 | 91.8% | 8.2% | Visibility |
Most common failures (all years)
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 5.1% | 485 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.3% | 411 |
| 3 | Visibility | 4.0% | 389 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.4% | 131 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.6% | 58 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 28 |
| 7 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.2% | 17 |
| 8 | Other defects | 0.1% | 11 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 434 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 285 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 213 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 103 |
| 5 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 102 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 82 |
| 7 | Brake discs | 64 |
| 8 | Washers | 54 |
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 | 20.8% | 1,992 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.9% | 1,236 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.2% | 591 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.8% | 360 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.7% | 255 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 85 |
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 | 3,154 | 6.5% |
| 30-60k | 4,446 | 9.3% |
| 60-90k | 1,439 | 10.0% |
| 90-120k | 415 | 8.9% |
| 120-150k | 107 | 15.9% |
| 150k+ | 33 | 9.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 506 | 8.1% |
| 2023 | 2,231 | 8.3% |
| 2024 | 3,502 | 9.5% |
| 2025 | 3,336 | 7.9% |
What to check before buying a Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic
- Lighting & signalling (5.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (4.3% 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.
- Visibility (4.0% 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.
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 Outlander Dynamic?
91.4% of the 9,594 Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic MOT tests in this dataset passed, an 8.6% fail rate, across model years 2019–2021.
What does the Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic most often fail its MOT on?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 5.1% of tests, then tyres (4.3%).
How much does mileage affect Outlander Dynamic MOT results?
Fail rates run at 6.5% for cars in the 0-30k band and 9.1% for 150k+, a 2.6-point difference.
Methodology & source. Based on 9,594 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.