2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Cvt — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,299 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Cvt, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 89.2% was below the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 14.9% in the 60-90k group versus 6.6% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 5.2% | 68 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.1% | 53 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 3.1% | 40 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.9% | 38 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.7% | 9 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.5% | 6 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 71 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 39 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 25 |
| 4 | Headlamp | 23 |
| 5 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 13 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 11 |
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 | 23.9% | 311 |
| 2 | Brakes | 16.6% | 215 |
| 3 | Other defects | 9.6% | 124 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.3% | 56 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.8% | 24 |
| 6 | Suspension | 1.2% | 16 |
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 | 544 | 6.6% |
| 30-60k | 634 | 13.6% |
| 60-90k | 114 | 14.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 408 | 7.1% |
| 2024 | 430 | 10.9% |
| 2025 | 435 | 14.2% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Outlander Cvt
Before buying a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Cvt, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 5.2% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (5.2% 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.
- Tyres (4.1% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (3.1% 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 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Cvts pass their MOT?
89.2% of the 1,299 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Cvt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Cvt?
Visibility, recorded in 5.2% of tests, followed by tyres (4.1%).
Does the 2020 Outlander Cvt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.6% in the 0-30k band to 14.9% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,299 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.