2018 Mitsubishi Delica: common problems and MOT failures
What MOT testers find on the Mitsubishi Delica first registered in 2018: we looked at the 122 MOTs these cars had during 2023–2025. Plus known faults and what to look at before you buy one.
Small sample: there were only 122 MOTs of these cars during 2023–2025, so treat the percentages as rough. The known faults below don't depend on it.
Common 2018 Mitsubishi Delica MOT failures and advisories
The share of 2018 Mitsubishi Delica MOT tests where testers flagged each area, as a fail or an advisory. Rough prices are typical independent-garage costs.
- Suspension35% 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.
- Lights and electrics34% of testsRough price £10–£80
At the viewing: Ask a friend to check every light, including brake lights and indicators, while you operate them.
- Brakes25% 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.
- Wipers, windscreen and mirrors16% of testsRough price £15–£250
At the viewing: Check for chips in the driver's view, and test the wipers and washers.
- Steering14% of testsRough price £100–£450
At the viewing: On a straight road the steering wheel should sit straight. Feel for play or knocking when turning.
- Tyres11% of testsRough price £70–£150
At the viewing: Check the tread on all four tyres, including the inside edges, and look for cracks or bulges.
Questions to ask the seller before buying a 2018 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% |
| 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% |
| 1996 | 100 | Suspension 45% |
| 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 2018. "Flagged" includes advisories, so it isn't the same as a fail rate. How we score