2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev Cvt — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 876 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev Cvt, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, tyres and visibility. Its pass rate of 90.8% 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 | Lighting & signalling | 5.5% | 48 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.6% | 40 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.6% | 32 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.6% | 14 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.0% | 9 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 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 | 36 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 34 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 17 |
| 4 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 15 |
| 5 | Brake discs | 10 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 7 |
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 | 24.0% | 210 |
| 2 | Brakes | 16.1% | 141 |
| 3 | Other defects | 7.6% | 67 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.0% | 44 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.8% | 33 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.3% | 11 |
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 | 275 | 7.3% |
| 30-60k | 415 | 9.9% |
| 60-90k | 148 | 12.2% |
| 90-120k | 31 | 6.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 441 | 10.2% |
| HYBRID ELECTRIC (CLEAN) | 435 | 8.3% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 214 | 7.9% |
| 2023 | 227 | 12.3% |
| 2024 | 215 | 7.0% |
| 2025 | 220 | 9.6% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Outlander Phev Cvt
Before buying a 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev Cvt, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 5.5% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (5.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (4.6% 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 (3.6% 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 Phev Cvts pass their MOT?
90.8% of the 876 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev Cvt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev Cvt?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 5.5% of tests, followed by tyres (4.6%).
Does the 2019 Outlander Phev Cvt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.3% in the 0-30k band to 6.5% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 876 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.