At a Glance
The Mitsubishi Delica has 21 identified common problems across 3 generations, with the Mk4 L400 (1994-2007) being the most affected generation and suspension the most common problem category. Based on 58K MOT tests from DVSA data.
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Below: generation-by-generation comparison of Mitsubishi Delica common problems, MOT failure types, and pass-rate data drawn from DVSA records. Click any generation to see fuel- and engine-specific fault patterns, mileage-banded repair guidance, and the most common MOT failures testers record.
MOT Tests & Failures by Generation
Mitsubishi Delica generations by MOT tests, failures, and identified problems from DVSA data
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Most Common Mitsubishi Delica MOT Failures
Every reason Mitsubishi Delica vehicles fail their MOT, ranked by frequency. Select an individual year to see only that year’s failures, or stay on ‘All time’ for the combined picture across our 20 years of DVSA data. Scroll inside the table for the full list.
| # | Failure | % of failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exhaust system fault | 8.63% |
| 2 | Suspension joint or bush worn | 8.06% |
| 3 | Wiper blades deteriorated | 7.42% |
| 4 | Brake hydraulic component worn | 7.15% |
| 5 | Number plate lamp not working | 6.21% |
| 6 | Track rod end worn | 5.33% |
| 7 | Windscreen washer not working | 4.72% |
| 8 | Tyre tread depth below limit | 4.22% |
| 9 | Driveshaft fault | 4.01% |
| 10 | Brake pads or linings worn | 3.55% |
| 11 | Brake performance below minimum | 3.08% |
| 12 | Stop lamp not working | 2.38% |
| 13 | Chassis condition | 2.07% |
| 14 | Tyre condition | 2.01% |
| 15 | Steering rack fault | 1.98% |
| 16 | Fog lamp not working | 1.74% |
| 17 | Rigid brake pipe corroded or damaged | 1.46% |
| 18 | Headlamp aim defect | 1.44% |
| 19 | Front lamp not working | 1.42% |
| 20 | Shock absorber worn or leaking | 1.30% |
| 21 | Body corrosion or damage | 1.20% |
| 22 | Suspension mounting corroded | 1.17% |
| 23 | Ball joint dust cover split | 0.99% |
| 24 | Position lamp not working | 0.91% |
| 25 | Rear fog lamp not working | 0.89% |
| 26 | Indicator fault | 0.87% |
| 27 | Front suspension fault | 0.76% |
| 28 | Brake disc or drum worn | 0.73% |
| 29 | Rear lamp not working | 0.72% |
| 30 | Subframe mounting corroded | 0.69% |
| 31 | Seat belt condition | 0.64% |
| 32 | Horn not working | 0.58% |
| 33 | Parking brake performance below minimum | 0.56% |
| 34 | Front suspension joint worn | 0.54% |
| 35 | Parking brake condition | 0.53% |
| 36 | Spring mounting corroded | 0.50% |
| 37 | Windscreen damage affecting view | 0.49% |
| 38 | Headlamp fault | 0.45% |
| 39 | Vehicle structure corrosion | 0.45% |
| 40 | Tyre size or type not matched | 0.43% |
| 41 | ABS fault | 0.42% |
| 42 | Battery loose or leaking | 0.36% |
| 43 | Suspension linkage fault | 0.35% |
| 44 | Steering free play excessive | 0.35% |
| 45 | Spark ignition emissions above threshold | 0.33% |
| 46 | Electrical switch fault | 0.31% |
| 47 | Compression ignition emissions above threshold | 0.30% |
| 48 | Brake pedal fault | 0.29% |
| 49 | Power steering pipe or hose leaking | 0.21% |
| 50 | Electrical wiring fault | 0.20% |
| 51 | Drag link end worn | 0.20% |
| 52 | Flexible brake hose damaged | 0.19% |
| 53 | Wheel bearing worn | 0.19% |
| 54 | Mirror damaged or missing | 0.18% |
| 55 | Rear reflector damaged or missing | 0.18% |
| 56 | Brake pedal movement restricted | 0.18% |
| 57 | Fuel cap damaged or missing | 0.16% |
| 58 | Suspension arm worn or corroded | 0.16% |
| 59 | Brake fluid leak | 0.16% |
| 60 | Engine oil leak | 0.16% |
| 61 | Dashboard warning lamp fault | 0.15% |
| 62 | Coil spring broken or corroded | 0.13% |
| 63 | Anti-roll bar worn or corroded | 0.13% |
| 64 | Brake caliper fault | 0.12% |
| 65 | Steering lock fault | 0.11% |
| 66 | Steering operation fault | 0.10% |
| 67 | Leaf spring broken or corroded | 0.10% |
| 68 | Airbag warning light on | 0.09% |
| 69 | Spare wheel fault | 0.09% |
| 70 | Towbar fault | 0.09% |
| 71 | Propshaft fault | 0.09% |
| 72 | Catalytic converter efficiency low | 0.08% |
| 73 | Rear fog lamp warning light fault | 0.08% |
| 74 | Steering arm worn | 0.07% |
| 75 | Brake fluid warning light on | 0.06% |
| 76 | Brake lever fault | 0.06% |
| 77 | Fuel tank corroded or leaking | 0.05% |
| 78 | Steering wheel damaged or insecure | 0.05% |
| 79 | Tyre valve stem damaged | 0.05% |
| 80 | Power steering ram fault | 0.04% |
| 81 | Brake fluid level low or contaminated | 0.04% |
| 82 | Fuel pipe corroded or damaged | 0.04% |
| 83 | Speedometer fault | 0.04% |
| 84 | Bonded suspension condition | 0.04% |
| 85 | Body security fault | 0.04% |
| 86 | Steering coupling worn | 0.04% |
| 87 | Handbrake lever fault | 0.03% |
| 88 | Exhaust emissions above threshold (non-catalyst) | 0.03% |
| 89 | Tailgate damaged or insecure | 0.03% |
| 90 | Passenger seat fault | 0.03% |
| 91 | Exhaust leak | 0.03% |
| 92 | Subframe corrosion or damage | 0.03% |
| 93 | Transmission oil leak | 0.03% |
| 94 | Brake master cylinder or servo mounting fault | 0.02% |
| 95 | Suspension retaining or locking device fault | 0.02% |
| 96 | Trailing arm worn or corroded | 0.02% |
| 97 | Steering column fault | 0.02% |
| 98 | Steering shaft fault | 0.02% |
| 99 | Load sensing valve fault | 0.02% |
| 100 | Suspension linkage attachment bracket or mounting corroded | 0.02% |
| 101 | CV joint worn | 0.02% |
| 102 | Electronic stability control fault | 0.02% |
| 103 | Handbrake cable fault | 0.02% |
| 104 | Power steering pump fault | 0.02% |
| 105 | Rear suspension fault | 0.02% |
| 106 | Tie bar or rod worn or corroded | 0.02% |
| 107 | Boot lid damaged or insecure | 0.02% |
| 108 | Brake air or vacuum system fault | 0.02% |
| 109 | Fuel hose damaged or leaking | 0.02% |
| 110 | Panhard rod worn or corroded | 0.02% |
| 111 | Universal joint worn | 0.02% |
| 112 | Anchor bracket corroded | 0.01% |
| 113 | Leaf spring eye worn or broken | 0.01% |
| 114 | Steering drive system fault | 0.01% |
| 115 | Bumper damaged or insecure | 0.01% |
| 116 | Driver seat fault | 0.01% |
| 117 | Steering box fault | 0.01% |
| 118 | Vehicle floor corroded | 0.01% |
| 119 | Brake clevis joint worn | 0.01% |
| 120 | Spring saddle corroded | 0.01% |
| 121 | Suspension unit fault | 0.01% |
| 122 | Bonnet catch or hinge fault | <0.01% |
| 123 | Steering intermediate drop arm worn | <0.01% |
| 124 | Brake back plate corroded or damaged | <0.01% |
| 125 | Brake cable, rod, lever or linkage fault | <0.01% |
| 126 | Dip switch fault | <0.01% |
| 127 | Driver airbag fault | <0.01% |
| 128 | Hydraulic fluid leak | <0.01% |
| 129 | Indicator warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 130 | Step damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 131 | King pin or swivel pin worn | <0.01% |
| 132 | Brake valve fault | <0.01% |
| 133 | Brake wheel cylinder fault | <0.01% |
| 134 | Engine mounting worn or broken | <0.01% |
| 135 | Reversing lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 136 | Undertray damaged or missing | <0.01% |
| 137 | MacPherson strut worn | <0.01% |
| 138 | Additional braking device fault | <0.01% |
| 139 | Brake fluid reservoir fault | <0.01% |
| 140 | Brake master cylinder fault | <0.01% |
| 141 | Driver door fault | <0.01% |
| 142 | Handbrake mechanism or mounting fault | <0.01% |
| 143 | Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded | <0.01% |
| 144 | Main beam warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 145 | Radius arm worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 146 | Suspension rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 147 | Axle corroded or damaged | <0.01% |
| 148 | Brake linkage mounting fault | <0.01% |
| 149 | Front fog lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 150 | Front passenger door fault | <0.01% |
| 151 | Handbrake fails on gradient | <0.01% |
| 152 | Torsion bar worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 153 | Axle beam corroded or cracked | <0.01% |
| 154 | Brake pressure or vacuum buildup insufficient | <0.01% |
| 155 | Brake servo fault | <0.01% |
| 156 | Electronic braking system fault | <0.01% |
| 157 | Full power hydraulic brake fault | <0.01% |
| 158 | Headlamp levelling device fault | <0.01% |
| 159 | Hydraulic brake cylinder fault | <0.01% |
| 160 | Loading door damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 161 | Mirror or camera fault | <0.01% |
| 162 | Seat belt anchorage fault | <0.01% |
| 163 | Semaphore indicator fault | <0.01% |
| 164 | Steering lock stop fault | <0.01% |
| 165 | Suspension coupling worn | <0.01% |
| 166 | Transmission drive belt fault | <0.01% |
| 167 | Wheel hub fault | <0.01% |
| 168 | Window damaged or won't operate | <0.01% |
Showing all 168 reasons — scroll inside the table for the full list.
Mitsubishi Delica MOT Failures by Category
Total MOT failure occurrences for the Mitsubishi Delica, grouped by category. Same data as the failures table above — just sliced by category instead of fault title. Hover a slice for the top failures in each category.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common Mitsubishi Delica problems?
Based on analysis of 58K Mitsubishi Delica MOT tests from DVSA data, we have 21 identified common problems across 3 generations. The most frequently flagged issue is "Suspension pins, bushes or ball joints worn". Suspension is the most common problem category.
Which Mitsubishi Delica generation has the most problems?
The Mitsubishi Delica Mk4 L400 (1994-2007) (1994–2007) has the highest number of identified common problems (29). Click the generation card above for the full breakdown.
How is this data calculated?
We analyse anonymised DVSA MOT test records under the Open Government Licence. An issue is classified as a "Common Problem" when it occurs significantly more often on a specific model than the UK average, confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read the full methodology page for details.
Can I report a problem with my Mitsubishi Delica?
Yes — use the "Tell Us About Your Problem" form on this page. Your report helps other Mitsubishi Delica owners spot problems early. All submissions are reviewed before being added to the public database.
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