Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

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 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

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 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

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 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

25% 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 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse reliable?

Based on MOT data from 108 vehicles, the 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse has a first-time MOT pass rate of 89.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse are: Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (33.5% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (32% of vehicles), Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (31.6% 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 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

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 Eclipse (2017)

108 real MOT outcomes analysed • 89.6% first-time pass rate

2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse

CarHunch analysed 108 real MOT records for the 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse passes its MOT first time significantly more often than the UK average—89.6% versus 80%—which is a strong sign of reliability. However, one in four vehicles (25%) has recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a genuine concern for any prospective buyer and warrants a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

At just under 39,000 miles on average, these cars are lightly used for their age, which partly explains the solid pass rate but also means you're unlikely to find a bargain. The typical vehicle accumulates 0.74 failures and 6.3 advisories across its MOT history, pointing to minor wear rather than systemic issues—so factor in some routine maintenance costs, but don't expect major structural problems if you buy a well-maintained example.

We have limited data for the 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ 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

89.6%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

25%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.74

Over 6.5 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

38k

Middle half: 28k–47k

For context

These stats describe 108 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 108 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 33.5%

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

Brake wear 31.6%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

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

Other issues 11.9%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2017.

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Based on MOT data from 108 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 25% 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

Mileage Distribution

Most 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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.

37,851

typical

27,810

low mileage

46,903

high mileage

Half of all 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse vehicles fall between 27,810 and 46,903 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 27,810 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.

✓ 27,810–46,903 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipses sit.

⚠ Over 63,319 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse — Still on the Road

Almost all 2017 Mitsubishi Eclipses are still on the road.

Strong survival — 103 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
* 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

6.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.74

Avg failures per vehicle

6.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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