Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Mitsubishi Mirage?

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 2013 Mitsubishi Mirage?

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 2013 Mitsubishi Mirage?

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 2013 Mitsubishi Mirage vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

43% 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 2013 Mitsubishi Mirage reliable?

Based on MOT data from 2,407 vehicles, the 2013 Mitsubishi Mirage has a first-time MOT pass rate of 85%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2013 Mitsubishi Mirage?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 Mitsubishi Mirage are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (48% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (47.2% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (41.2% 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 2013 Mitsubishi Mirage?

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 Mirage (2013)

2,407 real MOT outcomes analysed • 85% first-time pass rate

2013 Mitsubishi Mirage

CarHunch analysed 2,407 real MOT records for the 2013 Mitsubishi Mirage. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2013 Mitsubishi Mirage passes its MOT at 85%, which is solidly above the UK average of 80%, suggesting decent overall reliability—but the 42.5% of vehicles that have recorded a dangerous defect at some point is a genuine concern and worth investigating on any used example. Petrol-only and no notable variants change this picture.

These cars are running at a median of just over 41,500 miles, which is reasonable for a decade-old vehicle, and the average of 1.85 failures per test suggests they don't fall apart—but the high advisory count of 11.2 per vehicle points to ageing wear items and niggles that creep up. Before buying, get a full pre-purchase inspection and specifically ask the seller or mechanic about suspension, steering components, and brake condition, given how many of these cars have flagged safety issues.

The 2013 Mitsubishi Mirage has a decent first-time pass rate (85%), 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

85%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

42.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.85

Over 11.2 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

42k

Middle half: 29k–56k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 85% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 11.2 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 2,407 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 2,407 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 48%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside 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.

Brake wear 41.2%

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

Suspension & steering 16.6%

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated · Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated · Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated · …

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013.

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Before you buy a 2013 Mitsubishi Mirage

Based on MOT data from 2,407 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 42.5% 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

Colour Breakdown

Based on 11,041 Mitsubishi Mirage vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 24.5%

2,710

Blue 16.4%

1,808

Red 13.7%

1,513

Grey 12.8%

1,415

Black 12%

1,320

Purple 10.5%

1,155

Silver 4.2%

467

Bronze 3%

334

Green 2.8%

313

Maroon 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Mitsubishi Mirage 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.

41,501

typical

28,906

low mileage

56,159

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Mitsubishi Mirage vehicles fall between 28,906 and 56,159 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 28,906 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.

✓ 28,906–56,159 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Mitsubishi Mirages sit.

⚠ Over 75,814 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Mitsubishi Mirage — Still on the Road

Almost all 2013 Mitsubishi Mirages are still on the road.

Strong survival — 2,073 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 90% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
* 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

11.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.85

Avg failures per vehicle

11.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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