Explore common problems, estimated repair costs and practical checks for the 2010–2021 Mitsubishi ASX. Use this guide to help assess a used car, then unlock a personalised report for the exact vehicle you're considering.
DPF or engine warning lights, rising fuel use, frequent fan activity, a hot smell after stopping, limp mode, or the oil level creeping up on the dipstick.
Warm it fully, then drive at steady A-road speed for 10-15 minutes and watch for warning lights or a sudden drop in response.
£1,200
Flat acceleration, uneven running, occasional engine light, extra smoke under load, or a car that feels more strangled than its power figure suggests.
Accelerate gently and then more firmly from low revs once the engine is warm.
£900
Blowing noise from the rear, more exhaust smell than normal, or a metallic rattle from underneath.
Start from cold, let it idle, then drive over a rough surface and listen with the windows slightly open at low speed.
£450
It can be, but only if the individual car backs it up. For the 2010–2021 Mitsubishi ASX, treat model-level patterns as viewing priorities and let condition, history and inspection evidence decide.
The problem cards above list the model-level checks for this guide. Read them as priorities for inspection and paperwork review, not proof that every example will have those faults.
Look for evidence, not just assurances: MOT advisories, service history, repair invoices, warning lights, fluid leaks, tyre and brake condition, and how the car behaves on a proper test drive. And of course, look at your personalised Should I Buy This Car? report, outlining a full list of common issues in detail, a personalised road test, a plain-English explanation and a MotorIQ score.
The guide above gives you the model-level pattern. A personalised MotorIQ report checks the registration-specific record and turns it into an ownership view before you commit.
Or enter the vehicle manually