Mitsubishi Gto (1992)
1992 Mitsubishi Gto
CarHunch analysed 357 real MOT records for the 1992 Mitsubishi Gto. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 1992 Mitsubishi GTO passes MOT at 71.6%, notably below the UK average of 80%, and one in five of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect during their testing history—a genuine concern for a buyer. At over 106,000 miles median mileage, these are well-used machines, and they're living up to that billing with an average of 2.82 failures and 13.9 advisories per test.
This means most GTOs need real maintenance commitment to stay roadworthy, and with a median CarHunch score of just 50, they're solidly average performers in the classic car market. Before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection focusing on the systems that typically fail these cars, and budget for regular mechanical work—this isn't a casual weekend drive.
What to check before buying a 1992 Mitsubishi Gto
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.
- ⚠️ 20.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 353 | 71.6% | 2.83 |
| Other (1%) | 4 | 73.4% | 1.5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1992 Mitsubishi Gto 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.
Half of all 1992 Mitsubishi Gto vehicles fall between 83,190 and 127,808 miles.
1992 Mitsubishi Gto — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 41 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (34% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1992 Mitsubishi Gto
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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37.7%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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34.6%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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32.3%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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32.3%
Fuel pipe/s corroded
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31.1%
Oil leak
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27.3%
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
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27%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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25.9%
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1992. Counts include advisories and failures.
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