Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2010 Mitsubishi Asx?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2010 Mitsubishi Asx?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2010 Mitsubishi Asx?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2010 Mitsubishi Asx vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

38% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2010 Mitsubishi Asx reliable?

Based on MOT data from 2,295 vehicles, the 2010 Mitsubishi Asx has a first-time MOT pass rate of 81.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2010 Mitsubishi Asx?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2010 Mitsubishi Asx are: Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (56% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (50.9% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (47.5% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2010 Mitsubishi Asx?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Mitsubishi Asx (2010)

2,295 real MOT outcomes analysed • 81.8% first-time pass rate

2010 Mitsubishi Asx

CarHunch analysed 2,295 real MOT records for the 2010 Mitsubishi Asx. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2010 Mitsubishi ASX passes its MOT slightly more often than the UK average—81.8% versus 80%—but nearly 38% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a significant concern for any buyer. Petrol and diesel versions perform almost identically (82.5% and 81.5% pass rates respectively), so fuel type won't be your deciding factor here.

At nearly 78,000 miles median mileage for a 2010 model, these are fairly well-used examples, yet they're averaging 2.74 failures per test—suggesting real mechanical issues beyond just wear and tear. The high advisory count (23.4 per vehicle) points to cumulative deterioration; before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically checks the suspension, brakes, and exhaust systems, where most of these advisories typically cluster.

The 2010 Mitsubishi Asx has a decent first-time pass rate (81.8%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

81.8%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

37.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.74

Over 13.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

78k

Middle half: 64k–95k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 23.4 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 2,295 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 2,295 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 56%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Tyre wear 50.9%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 45.9%

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened · Oil leak, but not excessive · Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2010.

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Before you buy a 2010 Mitsubishi Asx

Based on MOT data from 2,295 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 37.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (73%)	1,684	81.5%	2.75
Petrol (27%)	611	82.5%	2.7

Colour Breakdown

Based on 29,693 Mitsubishi Asx vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 21.2%

6,282

Black 19.6%

5,823

Grey 18%

5,331

Red 14.1%

4,183

Silver 9.6%

2,861

Blue 9.6%

2,851

Brown 8%

2,362

Mileage Distribution

Most 2010 Mitsubishi Asx vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

78,011

typical

63,506

low mileage

94,883

high mileage

Half of all 2010 Mitsubishi Asx vehicles fall between 63,506 and 94,883 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 63,506 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 63,506–94,883 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2010 Mitsubishi Asxs sit.

⚠ Over 128,092 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2010 Mitsubishi Asx — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 62% of 2010 Mitsubishi Asxs are still active.

1,334 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 62% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

13.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.74

Avg failures per vehicle

23.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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