2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev Cvt — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 571 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev Cvt, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, tyres and visibility. Its pass rate of 89.8% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 5.9% | 34 |
| 2 | Tyres | 5.3% | 30 |
| 3 | Visibility | 4.9% | 28 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.2% | 7 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.7% | 4 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 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 | 38 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 20 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 13 |
| 4 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 12 |
| 5 | Brake discs | 5 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim not tested | 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 | 25.0% | 143 |
| 2 | Brakes | 13.7% | 78 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.7% | 38 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.7% | 27 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.8% | 16 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.4% | 8 |
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 | 236 | 9.8% |
| 30-60k | 248 | 10.5% |
| 60-90k | 69 | 10.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 304 | 13.2% |
| 2025 | 258 | 7.0% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Outlander Phev Cvt
Before buying a 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev Cvt, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 5.9% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (5.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (5.3% 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 (4.9% 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 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev Cvts pass their MOT?
89.8% of the 571 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev Cvt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev Cvt?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 5.9% of tests, followed by tyres (5.3%).
Does the 2021 Outlander Phev Cvt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.8% in the 0-30k band to 10.1% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 571 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.