2012 · 12 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2012 Mitsubishi Asx MOT pass rate and common faults

2,076 MOT tests in 2024. 68.6% passed first time, compared with 64.3% for all cars the same age.

107Above average
Passed first time68.6%
Failed or needed repairs31.4%
Typical mileage at test95,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 2,076 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases3.0%
  2. Linkage ball joint dust cover: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt2.9%
  3. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak2.8%
  4. Position lamp: not working2.8%
  5. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded2.7%
  6. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick2.6%
    69 marked dangerous
  7. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play2.0%
  8. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm1.8%
    55 marked dangerous
  9. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively1.7%
  10. Linkage ball joints: ball joint excessively worn1.7%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Brakes16.0%
  2. Suspension15.1%
  3. Lights & electrics10.1%
  4. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)5.7%
  5. Emissions & leaks4.6%
  6. Tyres4.5%
  7. Body & chassis4.3%
  8. Steering3.9%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm17.6%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded16.6%
  3. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened16.3%
  4. Sub-frame: corroded and seriously weakened10.0%
  5. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure9.8%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2012 Mitsubishi Asx?

In 2024, 68.6% of 2012 Mitsubishi Asx cars passed their MOT first time, across 2,076 tests. The average for all 12-year-old cars was 64.3%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2012 Mitsubishi Asx?

The most common failure reasons were exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases; linkage ball joint dust cover: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak. The biggest problem area was brakes.

Is the 2012 Mitsubishi Asx reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 107, which is above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).