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Mitsubishi Asx Service Costs & Schedule

What a Mitsubishi Asx actually costs to service, what needs doing at each interval, and where you can save. If you're buying one, we also cover how to check whether the previous owner actually kept up with the schedule.

GA (2010–2020)1.6 DiD, 1.6 MIVEC, 1.6 DiD, 1.6 MIVEC, 1.8 DiD

Mitsubishi Asx service: key facts

Routine service items

These are the items covered in a standard service. Most garages include oil, oil filter and a basic inspection. The rest are typically checked or replaced on a schedule.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Engine oil and filter
Manufacturer specifies 12,500 miles or 12 months.
GA
 12,500 miles or 1 year
£80–£120
Dealer: £120–£180
Air filter
Manufacturer interval 25,000 miles or 2 years. Check more frequently in dusty conditions. Clogged air filter affects fuel economy and performance.
GA
 25,000 miles or 2 years
£20–£35
Dealer: £35–£60
Cabin pollen filter
Manufacturer interval 25,000 miles or 2 years. Replace more frequently if air conditioning smells musty or airflow is reduced. Located behind glove box.
GA
 25,000 miles or 2 years
£25–£45
Dealer: £40–£70
Fuel filter
Manufacturer interval 25,000 miles or 2 years for diesel engines. Located in fuel tank as part of sender unit on most variants. Clogged filter causes poor running and fuel starvation.
GA
 25,000 miles or 2 years
£120–£180
Dealer: £200–£300

Major service items

These are the big-ticket items. Miss them and you risk engine or gearbox damage. The costs are higher but the consequences of skipping are much worse.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
CVT transmission fluid
Manufacturer claims lifetime fill but specialists recommend 60,000 mile changes.
GA
 60,000 miles or 5 years
£180–£250
Dealer: £300–£450

Has this Mitsubishi Asx been serviced on schedule?

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Periodic maintenance

Items that don't need doing at every service but should be on your radar at the right mileage or age.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Brake fluid
Manufacturer specifies 2 years regardless of mileage. Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, reducing boiling point and causing corrosion in brake lines. Use DOT 4 specification fluid.
GA
 2 years
£60–£90
Dealer: £90–£130
Coolant flush
Manufacturer interval 50,000 miles or 5 years. Use long-life ethylene glycol coolant meeting MB 325.0 specification. Flush includes radiator, engine block, and heater matrix.
GA
 50,000 miles or 5 years
£80–£120
Dealer: £120–£180
DPF forced regeneration
Diesel particulate filter requires regular regeneration cycles.
GA
 15,000 miles or 18 months
£80–£150
Dealer: £150–£250

Known issues to watch for

The most common problems reported on the Mitsubishi Asx, ranked by severity.

dangerous
Brake pipe corrosion (GA)
MOT data shows the ASX fails brake pipe corrosion tests at 94.1 times the national fleet average, with 511 recorded failures across all variants.
major
DPF blockage and regeneration failure (GA)
The diesel particulate filter (DPF) on Mitsubishi diesel engines becomes blocked with soot if the car is used primarily for short urban journeys.
major
CVT transmission juddering at high mileage (GA)
The Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fitted to petrol ASX models develops internal wear that causes juddering during acceleration, particularly from standstill and at low speeds.
major
Front suspension component wear and corrosion (GA)
MOT data shows the ASX has suspension component failures at 282.2 times the national fleet average for worn bushes and joints, with 52 recorded failures.

4 more known issues tracked. Check a specific Mitsubishi Asx's service records — a missed service on one of these issues could mean an expensive surprise.

Buying a used Mitsubishi Asx? Check its service history first.

A Asx with a patchy service history can cost you thousands in missed timing belts, skipped oil changes, and hidden neglect. We pull the franchised dealer records — every visit, every stamp, every mileage reading — so you can see exactly what's been done and what's been skipped.

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Mitsubishi Asx service FAQs

How often does a Mitsubishi Asx need servicing?

A Mitsubishi Asx needs servicing every 12,500 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. Manufacturer specifies 12,500 miles or 12 months.

What does a Mitsubishi Asx service cost?

A basic service at an independent garage costs £80–£120. Main dealer servicing runs £120–£180. Major items like timing belts or gearbox services cost significantly more. Independent garages are typically 30 to 50% cheaper for the same work.

Is a Mitsubishi Asx expensive to maintain?

Routine servicing starts from £80 at an independent garage, which is about average for this class of car. The bigger costs come from periodic items like timing belts, brake fluid changes, and transmission servicing. Keeping on top of the schedule avoids expensive failures.

How do I check a Mitsubishi Asx's service history?

You can check any Mitsubishi Asx's official dealer service records online using just the registration number. The check retrieves every logged dealer visit, including dates, mileage, and work done, so you can see whether the schedule has been followed or if there are gaps. It costs £6.99 and you get a full refund if no records are found.