2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 685 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, lighting & signalling and tyres. Its pass rate of 93.6% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 19.5% in the 60-90k group versus 3.8% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.2% | 29 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 2.9% | 20 |
| 3 | Tyres | 2.8% | 19 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.2% | 15 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.4% | 3 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.3% | 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 | 28 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 20 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 8 |
| 4 | Washers | 5 |
| 5 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 5 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 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 | 22.2% | 152 |
| 2 | Brakes | 14.9% | 102 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.0% | 41 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.9% | 27 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.6% | 11 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.3% | 2 |
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 | 317 | 3.8% |
| 30-60k | 326 | 7.4% |
| 60-90k | 41 | 19.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 220 | 4.1% |
| 2024 | 227 | 8.4% |
| 2025 | 221 | 7.2% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2
Before buying a 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 4.2% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (4.2% 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 (2.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (2.8% 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.
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 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2s pass their MOT?
93.6% of the 685 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2?
Visibility, recorded in 4.2% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (2.9%).
Does the 2020 Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X2 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 3.8% in the 0-30k band to 19.5% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 685 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.