Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander?

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 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander?

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 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander?

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 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

50% 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 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?

Based on MOT data from 2,743 vehicles, the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander are: Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (79.1% of vehicles), Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (56.8% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (56.6% 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 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander?

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 Outlander (2007)

2,743 real MOT outcomes analysed • 74% first-time pass rate

2007 Mitsubishi Outlander

CarHunch analysed 2,743 real MOT records for the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander falls short of the UK average with a 74% first-time pass rate, and nearly half of these vehicles (49.9%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a genuine concern for buyers. Diesel models—which make up 96% of the cohort—pass at 73.9%, while the small petrol contingent manages 77.3%, suggesting fuel choice matters slightly but both are below average overall.

At just under 96,500 miles median, these cars have reasonable mileage for their age, yet they're averaging 4.66 failures per test and accumulating 33.8 advisories, pointing to multiple small problems rather than one catastrophic issue. Before buying, have any prospective Outlander independently inspected with a focus on suspension, exhaust, and brake components—the breadth of advisories suggests wear-and-tear vulnerabilities across the platform.

The 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has a below-average first-time pass rate (74% 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

74%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

49.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.66

Over 17.1 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

96k

Middle half: 80k–114k

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 33.8 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 2,743 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 2,743 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 79.1%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · …

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

Tyre wear 56.6%

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

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

Other issues 52.9%

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened · Oil leak, but not excessive · Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2007.

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Before you buy a 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander

Based on MOT data from 2,743 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 49.9% 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
Diesel (96%)	2,639	73.9%	4.71
Petrol (4%)	102	77.3%	3.65

Colour Breakdown

Based on 77,404 Mitsubishi Outlander vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 27.4%

21,243

White 20.8%

16,104

Grey 19.8%

15,298

Silver 10.5%

8,121

Red 9.2%

7,116

Blue 7.9%

6,145

Brown 4.1%

3,145

Orange 0.2%

168

Bronze 0%

Gold 0%

Green 0%

Beige 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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.

96,460

typical

80,263

low mileage

114,338

high mileage

Half of all 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vehicles fall between 80,263 and 114,338 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 80,263 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.

✓ 80,263–114,338 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2007 Mitsubishi Outlanders sit.

⚠ Over 154,356 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2007 Mitsubishi Outlander — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 30% of 2007 Mitsubishi Outlanders are still active.

Numbers are declining — 750 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (30% 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

17.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.66

Avg failures per vehicle

33.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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