2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Cvt — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,384 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Cvt, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 89.5% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.8% | 66 |
| 2 | Visibility | 3.9% | 54 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 3.6% | 50 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.5% | 34 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.2% | 17 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.7% | 10 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 61 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 50 |
| 3 | Headlamp | 27 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 26 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 25 |
| 6 | Washers | 13 |
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 | 24.1% | 333 |
| 2 | Brakes | 16.6% | 229 |
| 3 | Other defects | 10.8% | 150 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.6% | 50 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.5% | 48 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 2.5% | 35 |
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 | 562 | 6.6% |
| 30-60k | 653 | 13.5% |
| 60-90k | 140 | 11.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 336 | 6.9% |
| 2023 | 350 | 11.1% |
| 2024 | 362 | 13.8% |
| 2025 | 333 | 9.9% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Outlander Cvt
Before buying a 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Cvt, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.8% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.8% 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.
- Visibility (3.9% 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 (3.6% 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 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Cvts pass their MOT?
89.5% of the 1,384 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Cvt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Cvt?
Tyres, recorded in 4.8% of tests, followed by visibility (3.9%).
Does the 2019 Outlander Cvt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.6% in the 0-30k band to 11.4% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,384 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.