2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 4,893 MOT tests, the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic recorded a 91.4% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail at 9.3%, so the 2020 Outlander Dynamic sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, tyres and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (5.0%) 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 200 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 6.4% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 13.2% once past 120-150k — 2.1× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 21.5% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 4.3% of tests failed in 2022 against 8.3% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 5.0% | 245 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.3% | 211 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.8% | 185 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.5% | 71 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.6% | 31 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 14 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 200 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 138 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 117 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 51 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 50 |
| 6 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 45 |
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 | 21.5% | 1,052 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.8% | 627 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.3% | 309 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.6% | 175 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.4% | 116 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.8% | 41 |
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 | 1,787 | 6.4% |
| 30-60k | 2,090 | 9.6% |
| 60-90k | 751 | 10.5% |
| 90-120k | 213 | 8.9% |
| 120-150k | 38 | 13.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 69 | 4.3% |
| 2023 | 1,631 | 7.8% |
| 2024 | 1,629 | 9.9% |
| 2025 | 1,547 | 8.3% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Outlander Dynamic
On a 2020 Outlander Dynamic, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 5.0% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (5.0% 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 (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.
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 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamics pass their MOT?
91.4% of the 4,893 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Dynamic?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 5.0% of tests, followed by tyres (4.3%).
Does the 2020 Outlander Dynamic get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.4% in the 0-30k band to 13.2% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 4,893 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.