2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev Cvt — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,613 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev Cvt, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, tyres and visibility. Its pass rate of 90.9% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 12.7% in the 90-120k group versus 6.9% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 5.1% | 134 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.5% | 117 |
| 3 | Visibility | 4.0% | 104 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.4% | 37 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.5% | 12 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.3% | 8 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 114 |
| 2 | Headlamp | 73 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 59 |
| 4 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 35 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 21 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 18 |
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 | 21.9% | 572 |
| 2 | Brakes | 13.8% | 361 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.8% | 177 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.3% | 111 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.0% | 78 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 38 |
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 | 976 | 6.9% |
| 30-60k | 1,162 | 10.8% |
| 60-90k | 377 | 9.3% |
| 90-120k | 79 | 12.7% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| HYBRID ELECTRIC (CLEAN) | 1,711 | 9.3% |
| Hybrid | 902 | 8.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 45 | 2.2% |
| 2023 | 855 | 9.0% |
| 2024 | 855 | 9.5% |
| 2025 | 856 | 9.2% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Outlander Phev Cvt
Before buying a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev Cvt, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 5.1% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (5.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (4.5% 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 (4.0% 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 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev Cvts pass their MOT?
90.9% of the 2,613 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev Cvt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev Cvt?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 5.1% of tests, followed by tyres (4.5%).
Does the 2020 Outlander Phev Cvt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.9% in the 0-30k band to 12.7% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,613 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.