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Mitsubishi Delica Service Schedule & Costs

Every service item for the Mitsubishi Delica — what needs doing, when, and what it should cost at an independent garage versus a main dealer.

P25W (1989–2007)2.8 Turbo Diesel, 3.0 V6 Petrol, 3.0 V6 Petrol
D5 (2007–2021)3.0 V6 Petrol, 3.0 V6 Petrol

Mitsubishi Delica 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
Shorter intervals recommended due to commercial use and often poor service history on grey imports.
P25W, D5
6,000 miles or 6 months
£80–£120
Dealer: £150–£220
Air filter
More frequent replacement needed if used in dusty conditions.
P25W, D5
20,000 miles or 2 years
£25–£40
Dealer: £50–£80
Fuel filter
Critical on diesel variants.
P25W
20,000 miles or 2 years
£40–£60
Dealer: £80–£120

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
Standard 2-year interval regardless of mileage. Critical for commercial vehicle with heavy loading. Moisture absorption leads to brake fade and internal corrosion of expensive brake components.
P25W, D5
2 years
£60–£90
Dealer: £120–£180
Coolant system flush
Replace coolant and flush system every 5 years.
P25W, D5
60,000 miles or 5 years
£100–£150
Dealer: £180–£280

Known issues to watch for

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

dangerous
Subframe and mounting point corrosion (P25W)
The load-bearing subframe structure around suspension mounting points suffers severe corrosion on diesel variants, particularly around the rear suspension pickup points and chassis rails.
major
Suspension component wear (P25W)
Suspension bushes, ball joints, and shock absorber mounts wear excessively due to the commercial vehicle design and often heavy loading history.
major
Steering rack gaiter damage (P25W)
The steering rack protective gaiters (rubber boots) fail at an exceptionally high rate, allowing dirt and moisture to contaminate the steering rack mechanism.
major
Wheel bearing failure (P25W)
Front and rear wheel bearings fail at 8.2 times the fleet average on 2.8-litre diesel variants, particularly at high mileage.

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Mitsubishi Delica service FAQs

How often should a Mitsubishi Delica be serviced?

A Mitsubishi Delica should have an oil service every 6,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first. Shorter intervals recommended due to commercial use and often poor service history on grey imports.

How much does a Mitsubishi Delica service cost?

A basic service at an independent garage typically costs £80–£120. Main dealer servicing is usually £150–£220. Major items like timing belts or gearbox services cost significantly more.

Can I service a Mitsubishi Delica at an independent garage?

Yes. Under UK consumer law, using an independent garage does not void your manufacturer warranty, provided they use parts meeting the manufacturer's specification and follow the correct schedule. However, independent services won't appear in the franchised dealer digital records.