2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Dyn Safety Phev Cvt — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 360 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Dyn Safety Phev Cvt, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, tyres and visibility. Its pass rate of 92.2% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 8.8% in the 60-90k group versus 3.6% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 5.0% | 18 |
| 2 | Tyres | 5.0% | 18 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.1% | 11 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.4% | 5 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.8% | 3 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 13 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 12 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 8 |
| 4 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 6 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 3 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 2 |
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 | 21.4% | 77 |
| 2 | Brakes | 13.6% | 49 |
| 3 | Visibility | 5.3% | 19 |
| 4 | Suspension | 3.9% | 14 |
| 5 | Other defects | 3.1% | 11 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.1% | 4 |
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 | 83 | 3.6% |
| 30-60k | 175 | 9.7% |
| 60-90k | 68 | 8.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| HYBRID ELECTRIC (CLEAN) | 190 | 7.9% |
| Hybrid | 170 | 7.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 83 | 9.6% |
| 2023 | 87 | 5.8% |
| 2024 | 98 | 8.2% |
| 2025 | 92 | 7.6% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Outlander Dyn Safety Phev Cvt
Before buying a 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Dyn Safety Phev Cvt, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 5.0% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (5.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (5.0% 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 (3.1% 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.
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 Dyn Safety Phev Cvts pass their MOT?
92.2% of the 360 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Dyn Safety Phev Cvt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Dyn Safety Phev Cvt?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 5.0% of tests, followed by tyres (5.0%).
Does the 2019 Outlander Dyn Safety Phev Cvt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 3.6% in the 0-30k band to 8.8% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 360 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.