Mitsubishi Minica MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 50 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 34.0%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Mitsubishi Minica MOT Reliability Overview
The Mitsubishi Minica is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 50 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.0% and a failure rate of 34.0%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Mitsubishi Minica earns a "Good" reliability rating. The average Mitsubishi Minica presents for MOT with approximately 62,367 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Mitsubishi Minica is Suspension, affecting 20.0% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Visibility at 12.0%. Noise, emissions and leaks rounds out the top three at 8.0%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 26.0% | 13 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 16.0% | 8 |
| 3 | Visibility | 12.0% | 6 |
| 4 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 12.0% | 6 |
| 5 | Driver's View Of The Road | 10.0% | 5 |
| 6 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 8.0% | 4 |
| 7 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 8.0% | 4 |
| 8 | Brakes | 6.0% | 3 |
| 9 | Tyres | 4.0% | 2 |
| 10 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 4.0% | 2 |
| 11 | Non-component Advisories | 2.0% | 1 |
| 12 | Body, Structure And General Items | 2.0% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 62,367 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 4.17 | 26.0% | 13 |
| Visibility | 3.52 | 22.0% | 11 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 2.56 | 16.0% | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 1.92 | 12.0% | 6 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 1.28 | 8.0% | 4 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 1.28 | 8.0% | 4 |
| Brakes | 0.96 | 6.0% | 3 |
| Body & Structure | 0.96 | 6.0% | 3 |
| Tyres | 0.64 | 4.0% | 2 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.32 | 2.0% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Mitsubishi Minica has 62,367 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Mitsubishi Minica has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 5.45% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Mitsubishi Minica MOT Data
The Mitsubishi Minica is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 50 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.0% and a failure rate of 34.0%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Mitsubishi Minica owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on suspension and visibility for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Minica is likely to perform.
Suspension — 20.0% of failures
Suspension issues account for 20.0% of MOT failures on the Mitsubishi Minica. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Visibility — 12.0% of failures
Visibility issues account for 12.0% of MOT failures on the Mitsubishi Minica. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Typical repair costs: £10–300. Pre-MOT check: Check the windscreen for chips and cracks — damage larger than 10mm in the driver's swept area or 40mm elsewhere will fail. Test washers and wipers. Ensure both door mirrors are intact and adjustable.
Noise, emissions and leaks — 8.0% of failures
Noise, emissions and leaks issues account for 8.0% of MOT failures on the Mitsubishi Minica. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Typical repair costs: £100–1,000+. Pre-MOT check: If the engine management light is on, get it diagnosed before the MOT. For diesel cars, ensure the DPF has completed a regeneration cycle. Regular servicing and using premium fuel before the test can help.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Mitsubishi Minica?
Based on 50 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Mitsubishi Minica has an overall pass rate of 66.0% (34.0% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mitsubishi Minica?
The top 3 reasons a Mitsubishi Minica fails its MOT are: 1. Suspension (20.0%), 2. Visibility (12.0%), 3. Noise, emissions and leaks (8.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Mitsubishi Minica reliable?
With a 34.0% MOT failure rate, the Minica is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Mitsubishi Minica?
Based on failure data, focus on: Suspension (20.0%); Visibility (12.0%); Noise, emissions and leaks (8.0%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.