Mitsubishi Asx (2020)

139 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.9% first-time pass rate

2020 Mitsubishi Asx

CarHunch analysed 139 real MOT records for the 2020 Mitsubishi Asx. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.

The 2020 Mitsubishi ASX is a strong performer, with a 93.9% first-time pass rate that sits well ahead of the UK average of 80%—a 14-point margin that signals good build quality and owner maintenance. Dangerous defects are rare at just 2.9%, so safety concerns are minimal for potential buyers.

At 28,449 miles median mileage, these vehicles are lightly used for their age, which explains the low failure rate of 0.24 per car and modest advisory count of 2.1—this is a cohort that's been looked after. Before purchase, check the service history carefully and have an independent inspection focus on whether routine maintenance has been done, as these cars clearly respond well to proper care.

Generally reliable 13.9% above UK average
93.9%
pass MOT first time
UK average: ~80%
28,449
typical mileage
20,101–40,276 middle half
2.9%
ever had a dangerous defect
recorded at any MOT
0.24
avg MOT failures per car
over 3.3 tests on record

What to check before buying a 2020 Mitsubishi Asx

Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.

  • 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
  • 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
  • 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
  • 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.

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Mileage Distribution

Most 2020 Mitsubishi Asx vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

20,101
low mileage
28,449
typical
40,276
high mileage

Half of all 2020 Mitsubishi Asx vehicles fall between 20,101 and 40,276 miles.

2020 Mitsubishi Asx — Still on the Road

Strong survival — 135 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.

125 135 2023 2025

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2023–2025.

MOT History Averages

3.3
Avg MOT tests per vehicle
0.24
Avg failures per vehicle
2.1
Avg advisories per vehicle

Most Common MOT Issues — 2020 Mitsubishi Asx

Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.

  • 24.2%
    Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
  • 20.9%
    Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
  • 20.5%
    Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
  • 16.1%
    Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
  • 10.2%
    Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
  • 9.8%
    Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
  • 9.3%
    Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
  • 7.8%
    Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2020. Counts include advisories and failures.

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