2020 Mitsubishi Mirage · 1,072 MOT tests
2020 Mitsubishi Mirage reliability
2020 Mitsubishi Mirages fail 13.7% of first MOT tests, 32% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 8 of 8 Mirage years (1,072 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Mitsubishi Mirages: 18.1%)
- 13.7%
- first-time fail rate (all Mitsubishi Mirages: 18.1%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 32% more
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 3
- 17,742
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 3
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 1,072
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2020 against the years either side
- 2019 cars: 10% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2020 car does worse)
- Weak spot: brakes, 3.6% of tests fail here (162% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Strong point: tyres, 14% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2020 car carries a 69 plate (January–February 2020), or a 20 plate (March–August 2020), or a 70 plate (September–December 2020).
Common problems
What fails on a 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage
Fail rate by area
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors4.3%
- Lights and electrics4.1%
- Brakes3.6%
- Tyres3.1%
- Suspension0.6%
- Body, chassis and structure0.5%
- Seat belts and airbags0.3%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 2.33%
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
Brake pads worn below 1.5mm 2.15%
Pads worn below 1.5mm lose stopping power and can damage discs, so replacement is needed before the car is driven.
Front fog lamp not working 1.31%
A non-working fog lamp is a MOT fail, so check the bulb, fuse and wiring before you buy.
Headlamp aim set too low 0.93%
Headlamps aimed too low light the road poorly and reduce the driver's view ahead, especially at night.
Tyre pressure monitoring system faulty 0.93%
A faulty tyre pressure monitor cannot warn about low tyre pressure, so check tyres manually and have the fault diagnosed.
Tyre tread below 1.6mm 0.93%
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
Common advisories
Tyre worn close to legal limit (9.14%) · Brake pads wearing thin (6.06%) · Brake disc pitted or scored (2.43%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (2.05%) · Tyre worn close to legal limit (1.49%) · Child seat limits belt inspection (0.93%)
Other years
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Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 normal tests.
Is a 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage reliable?
2020 Mitsubishi Mirages fail 13.7% of first MOT tests, 32% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 8 of 8 Mirage years (1,072 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage MOT?
Most often wiper blade not clearing windscreen (2.33% of tests), brake pads worn below 1.5mm (2.15% of tests), front fog lamp not working (1.31% of tests).
How many miles should a 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage have done?
At its MOT aged about 3, a typical 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage shows 17,742 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2020 car?
A car first registered in 2020 carries a 69 plate (January–February 2020), or a 20 plate (March–August 2020), or a 70 plate (September–December 2020).
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