1996 Mitsubishi Delica: common problems and MOT failures
What MOT testers find on the Mitsubishi Delica first registered in 1996: we looked at the 100 MOTs these cars had during 2023–2025. Plus known faults and what to look at before you buy one.
Small sample: there were only 100 MOTs of these cars during 2023–2025, so treat the percentages as rough. The known faults below don't depend on it.
Common 1996 Mitsubishi Delica MOT failures and advisories
The share of 1996 Mitsubishi Delica MOT tests where testers flagged each area, as a fail or an advisory. Rough prices are typical independent-garage costs.
- Suspension45% of testsRough price £120–£400
At the viewing: Listen for knocks over speed bumps, and look behind each front wheel for a snapped coil spring.
- Brakes34% of testsRough price £150–£350
At the viewing: Look for a lip on the disc edges and feel for judder or pulling when braking firmly from about 40mph.
- Lights and electrics32% of testsRough price £10–£80
At the viewing: Ask a friend to check every light, including brake lights and indicators, while you operate them.
- Oil and fluid leaks23% of testsRough price £80–£600
At the viewing: Look under the engine and on the ground where the car is usually parked for fresh oil or fluid.
- Rust and bodywork22% of testsRough price £150–£1,000
At the viewing: Check the sills, wheel arches and underneath for rust, and look along the panels for uneven gaps or paint.
- Wipers, windscreen and mirrors10% of testsRough price £15–£250
At the viewing: Check for chips in the driver's view, and test the wipers and washers.
Questions to ask the seller before buying a 1996 Mitsubishi Delica
Ask before you travel to see it. A seller who knows the car will have answers, and receipts.
- Can I see the service history and receipts for any big jobs?
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Other years
Every year of the Mitsubishi Delica compared
| Year | MOT tests | Most flagged |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 131 | Suspension 44% |
| 2018 | 122 | Suspension 35% |
| 2017 | 146 | Suspension 44% |
| 2016 | 141 | Suspension 50% |
| 2015 | 127 | Brakes 35% |
| 2010 | 117 | Suspension 29% |
| 2008 | 185 | Suspension 35% |
| 2007 | 333 | Suspension 37% |
| 2006 | 325 | Suspension 51% |
| 2005 | 442 | Suspension 49% |
| 2004 | 348 | Suspension 48% |
| 2003 | 259 | Suspension 53% |
| 2002 | 148 | Suspension 43% |
| 1995 | 101 | Suspension 51% |
Where this comes from: the DVSA's anonymised results for every MOT test done in Great Britain during 2023–2025, counting the MOTs of Mitsubishi Delica cars first registered in 1996. "Flagged" includes advisories, so it isn't the same as a fail rate. How we score