2011 Alfa Romeo Mito — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 18,650 MOT tests analysed for the 2011 Alfa Romeo Mito, the most common recorded failure areas were suspension, lighting & signalling and brakes. Its pass rate of 74.9% was below the average for cars of a similar age (78.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 28.8% in the 150k+ group versus 16.8% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 11.6% | 2,161 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 10.8% | 2,017 |
| 3 | Brakes | 7.8% | 1,452 |
| 4 | Tyres | 6.1% | 1,135 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.8% | 893 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 4.4% | 813 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 1,207 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 855 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 650 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 593 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 528 |
| 6 | Washers | 522 |
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 | 29.5% | 5,506 |
| 2 | Suspension | 28.1% | 5,243 |
| 3 | Brakes | 28.0% | 5,217 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 13.0% | 2,428 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.6% | 1,977 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 10.5% | 1,965 |
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 | 446 | 16.8% |
| 30-60k | 3,704 | 20.5% |
| 60-90k | 8,015 | 24.9% |
| 90-120k | 5,074 | 28.2% |
| 120-150k | 1,200 | 29.3% |
| 150k+ | 208 | 28.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 15,971 | 24.5% |
| Diesel | 2,679 | 28.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4,123 | 23.5% |
| 2022 | 4,004 | 24.0% |
| 2023 | 3,845 | 25.7% |
| 2024 | 3,522 | 25.7% |
| 2025 | 3,156 | 27.1% |
What to check before buying a 2011 Mito
Before buying a 2011 Alfa Romeo Mito, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Suspension accounted for 11.6% of tests for this year.
- Suspension (11.6% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (10.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (7.8% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 2011 Alfa Romeo Mitos pass their MOT?
74.9% of the 18,650 2011 Alfa Romeo Mito MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 25.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2011 Alfa Romeo Mito?
Suspension, recorded in 11.6% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (10.8%).
Does the 2011 Mito get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 16.8% in the 0-30k band to 28.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 18,650 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.