Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 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 2018 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 2018 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.

Is the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander reliable?

Based on MOT data from 10,627 vehicles, the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander has a first-time MOT pass rate of 89.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (37.1% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (33.9% of vehicles), Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (30.3% 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 2018 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 (2018)

10,627 real MOT outcomes analysed • 89.5% first-time pass rate

2018 Mitsubishi Outlander

CarHunch analysed 10,627 real MOT records for the 2018 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 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander is a genuinely reliable proposition, with an 89.5% first-time pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%—the hybrid version leads the charge at 90%, while diesel and petrol variants lag slightly at 87.4% and 88.2% respectively. However, 18.6% of vehicles have experienced a dangerous defect at some point, which is worth factoring into your decision if you're buying used.

At nearly 50,000 miles on average, these Outlands show typical wear for their age, yet they're averaging less than one failure per vehicle and 5.6 advisories—suggesting minor issues rather than structural problems. If you're shopping for one, prioritise the hybrid models for their stronger MOT performance, and get a full inspection report before purchase to understand what advisories you might inherit.

The 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (89.5%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 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

89.5%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

18.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.71

Over 5.9 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

47k

Middle half: 35k–63k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 89.5% 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 5.6 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 10,627 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 10,627 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 37.1%

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

Brake wear 30.3%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · 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.

Other issues 11.3%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · …

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2018.

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Before you buy a 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander

Based on MOT data from 10,627 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 18.6% 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
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (78%)	8,290	90%	0.68
Diesel (18%)	1,901	87.4%	0.87
Petrol (4%)	434	88.4%	0.71

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 2018 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.

46,895

typical

35,391

low mileage

62,597

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander vehicles fall between 35,391 and 62,597 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 35,391 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.

✓ 35,391–62,597 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Mitsubishi Outlanders sit.

⚠ Over 84,505 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Mitsubishi Outlander — Still on the Road

Almost all 2018 Mitsubishi Outlanders are still on the road.

Strong survival — 9,830 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 97% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

5.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.71

Avg failures per vehicle

5.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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