Should I check the MOT history before buying a 1991 Mitsubishi Gto?

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 1991 Mitsubishi Gto?

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 1991 Mitsubishi Gto?

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 1991 Mitsubishi Gto vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

20% 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 1991 Mitsubishi Gto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 480 vehicles, the 1991 Mitsubishi Gto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 71%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 1991 Mitsubishi Gto?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 1991 Mitsubishi Gto are: Fuel pipe/s corroded (42.5% of vehicles), Oil leak (36.1% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (32.8% 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 1991 Mitsubishi Gto?

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 Gto (1991)

480 real MOT outcomes analysed • 71% first-time pass rate

1991 Mitsubishi Gto

CarHunch analysed 480 real MOT records for the 1991 Mitsubishi Gto. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 480 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 1991 Mitsubishi Gto has a below-average first-time pass rate (71% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ 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

71%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

20.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.59

Over 8.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

103k

Middle half: 81k–128k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 13 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 480 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 480 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Other issues 42.5%

Fuel pipe/s corroded · Oil leak · Oil leak, but not excessive

Brake wear 32.8%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Brake pipe slightly corroded · Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded · …

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

Tyre wear 27.4%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

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

Exhaust & emissions 23%

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

Lighting 19%

Offside Rear fog lamp not working · Rear fog lamp tell tale not working

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1991.

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Before you buy a 1991 Mitsubishi Gto

Based on MOT data from 480 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 20.2% 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
Petrol (99%)	476	71%	2.6

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,641 Mitsubishi Gto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 32.4%

531

Black 30.6%

502

Silver 18%

295

Blue 6.8%

112

White 6.2%

102

Grey 2.2%

Maroon 1.3%

Gold 0.6%

Green 0.6%

Orange 0.5%

Yellow 0.5%

Purple 0.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 1991 Mitsubishi Gto 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.

102,513

typical

80,721

low mileage

127,922

high mileage

Half of all 1991 Mitsubishi Gto vehicles fall between 80,721 and 127,922 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 80,721 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.

✓ 80,721–127,922 miles — normal for age. This is where most 1991 Mitsubishi Gtos sit.

⚠ Over 172,694 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

1991 Mitsubishi Gto — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 24% of 1991 Mitsubishi Gtos are still active.

Numbers are declining — 42 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (24% of peak).

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

8.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.59

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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