2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Reflex Com+ — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 282 MOT tests, the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Reflex Com+ recorded an 89.0% pass rate. Against all cars of a similar age (8.6% fail rate), the 2021 Outlander Reflex Com+ comes out 2.3pp worse. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (7.1%) 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 tyre pressure monitoring system — wipers alone was recorded 15 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 8.7% in the 0-30k band and 16.3% in the 60-90k band, a 7.5-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 20.9% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.1% | 20 |
| 2 | Visibility | 4.3% | 12 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 3.9% | 11 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.1% | 6 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 1 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.4% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 15 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 9 |
| 3 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 5 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 5 |
| 5 | Headlamp | 3 |
| 6 | Side repeaters | 2 |
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 | 20.9% | 59 |
| 2 | Brakes | 19.5% | 55 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.7% | 19 |
| 4 | Visibility | 6.0% | 17 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.8% | 5 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.1% | 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 | 103 | 8.7% |
| 30-60k | 111 | 11.7% |
| 60-90k | 43 | 16.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 137 | 8.8% |
| 2025 | 140 | 12.9% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Outlander Reflex Com+
On a 2021 Outlander Reflex Com+, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 7.1% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (7.1% 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.
- 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.
- Lighting & signalling (3.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£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 Reflex Com+s pass their MOT?
89.0% of the 282 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Reflex Com+ MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Reflex Com+?
Tyres, recorded in 7.1% of tests, followed by visibility (4.3%).
Does the 2021 Outlander Reflex Com+ get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.7% in the 0-30k band to 16.3% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 282 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.