Programmatic WIKI Analysis

Mitsubishi Lancer Common Problems & Reliability Guide

Editorial and database insights into major issues and failure points for Mitsubishi Lancer.

Expert WIKI & Reliability Analysis

Every used vehicle has a set of potential warning factors, and the Mitsubishi Lancer is no exception. With moderate pass success rates (78.1% first-time pass rate), it remains critical to analyze historical inspection sheets for repeating advisories.

Our aggregation logic underscores that common problems frequently originate from components like: headlamp, ball joint, suspension arm. These faults are typical for vehicles running up against their median 5,064 mileages.

Ensure you verify whether the vehicle you are purchasing has a complete service record addressing these specific items before executing a sale.

Total in Database
14,470

Active vehicle records

Valid MOTs
8,521

Vehicles with active MOT

SORN Vehicles
77

Off-road statutory notification

First-Time Pass Rate
78.1%

Clean pass runs on 1st attempt

Median Mileage
5,064 mi

Yearly distance driven

Top Common MOT Failures

  • 1

    headlamp

    Often flagged during annual MOT testing.

  • 2

    ball joint

    Often flagged during annual MOT testing.

  • 3

    suspension arm

    Often flagged during annual MOT testing.

Top Common MOT Advisories

  • 1

    tyre

    Minor issues monitored by owners.

  • 2

    corrosion

    Minor issues monitored by owners.

  • 3

    suspension arm

    Minor issues monitored by owners.

Buying Guide & Expert Insights

This Mitsubishi Lancer data was aggregated from over 14,470 independent MOT testing history records. Pass rates are based on the first-time test success of vehicles registered in the UK.