Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Reflex Com+ PHEV CVT?

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 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Reflex Com+ PHEV CVT?

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 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Reflex Com+ PHEV CVT?

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.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Reflex Com+ PHEV CVT?

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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Q: Is the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Reflex Com+ PHEV CVT reliable?

Based on MOT data from 111 vehicles, the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Reflex Com+ PHEV CVT has a first-time MOT pass rate of 90.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

111 real MOT outcomes analysed • 90.5% first-time pass rate

2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Reflex Com+ PHEV CVT

CarHunch analysed 111 real MOT records for the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Reflex Com+ PHEV CVT. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is a strong performer, with an 88% first-time pass rate that sits 8 percentage points above the UK average—and dangerously defects are rare at just 8.1%, well below any concern threshold. These hybrid electrics are holding up reliably so far.

At a median mileage of 33,773 miles for a three-year-old car, these vehicles are running lower than typical, which partly explains the clean MOT picture. The average of 0.32 failures per vehicle is genuinely low, though advisories average 2.3 per car—mostly minor wear items you'd expect. When shopping for one, check the service history carefully, as hybrid systems benefit from consistent maintenance.

We have limited data for the 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Reflex Com+ PHEV CVT — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 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

90.5%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

8.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.32

Over 2.4 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

34k

Middle half: 24k–59k

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These stats describe 111 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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Based on MOT data from 111 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 8.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 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 →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (99%)	110	90.4%	0.32

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Reflex Com+ PHEV CVT 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.

33,773

typical

23,723

low mileage

59,469

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Reflex Com+ PHEV CVT vehicles fall between 23,723 and 59,469 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 23,723 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.

✓ 23,723–59,469 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Reflex Com+ PHEV CVTs sit.

⚠ Over 80,283 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

2.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.32

Avg failures per vehicle

2.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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