Mitsubishi Outlander: brakes MOT failures
Brakes was a recorded failure area in 5.5% of Mitsubishi Outlander MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2007, 2008 cars.
Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair cost: £100–£350 per axle (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Brakes failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 9,329 | 11.2% |
| 2008 | 12,152 | 10.3% |
| 2009 | 9,452 | 9.6% |
| 2010 | 10,419 | 9.7% |
| 2011 | 9,010 | 8.0% |
| 2012 | 7,494 | 7.0% |
| 2013 | 13,427 | 7.9% |
Methodology & source. 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.