MITSUBISHI CARISMA2002 · 1.9L DIESEL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the final record, though the data is now over fifteen years obsolete. The most recent test in September 2010 at 111,126 miles resulted in a pass with only a minor advisory regarding the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage. This indicates a significant improvement over the mechanical failures seen in 2009, suggesting that the primary suspension issues were addressed before the final recorded inspection. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a vehicle of 24 years old, averaging approximately 4,630 miles per year. The record shows a notable gap in data between September 2008 at 91,275 miles and October 2009, where the car covered only 5,307 miles in a year before failing on shock absorber-related issues. While low mileage generally reduces wear on drivetrain components, long periods of standing often lead to degradation of rubber components, seals, and fluids, which are not captured by mileage alone. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the front suspension geometry and damping components. The 2009 failures for shock absorber leaks and damping inefficiency indicate that the suspension assembly is prone to wear under this vehicle. Furthermore, the play noted in the anti-roll bar linkage in 2010 suggests that the bushings and pins were reaching the end of life. Given the age of the Mitsubishi Carisma, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the sills and suspension mounting points is essential, as the MOT record provides no information on the integrity of the chassis in the last decade.