Mitsubishi GTO MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mitsubishi GTO. Check any GTO by registration number below.

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81.4%

Avg Pass Rate

-0.8%

vs Mitsubishi Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Mitsubishi GTO — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mitsubishi GTO has an average MOT pass rate of 81.4%, which is 0.8 percentage points below the Mitsubishi brand average of 82.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the GTO is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Mitsubishi GTO, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mitsubishi GTO performs at MOT across different model years.

2006

Based on 39 vehicles

89.7%Excellent

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

7.7%

2005

Based on 50 vehicles

76.0%Good

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

17.2%

2004

Based on 68 vehicles

73.5%Average

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

5.0%

Retest Rate

12.5%

2003

Based on 75 vehicles

85.3%Excellent

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

13.5%

2002

Based on 68 vehicles

85.3%Excellent

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

4.3%

2001

Based on 46 vehicles

76.1%Good

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

16.1%

2000

Based on 42 vehicles

85.7%Excellent

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

1999

Based on 32 vehicles

81.3%Good

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

13.0%

1998

Based on 57 vehicles

75.4%Good

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

5.1%

Retest Rate

17.9%

1994

Based on 32 vehicles

90.6%Excellent

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

3.7%

0

Based on 258 vehicles

76.7%Good

Mitsubishi average: 82.2%

Mileage at 5yr

98k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Nearside

5.1%

Front

2.6%

Front Offside

2.6%

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Mitsubishi GTO

Mitsubishi GTO — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mitsubishi GTO MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mitsubishi GTO?

The average MOT pass rate for the Mitsubishi GTO is 81.4% compared to the Mitsubishi average of 82.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Mitsubishi GTO?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the Mitsubishi GTO reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 81.4%, the Mitsubishi GTO is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Mitsubishi GTO?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Mitsubishi GTO?

Typical mileage for the Mitsubishi GTO: 97,648 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used GTO to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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