2013 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE1.2L Petrol

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a consistently stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT test conducted in February 2026 at 23,308 miles passed with no defects or advisories, maintaining a clean record across the last five inspections. This consistency suggests the vehicle has remained in good mechanical condition and has not suffered from recurring structural or component failures during the testing periods. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,800 miles per year. The data shows a significant period of minimal use between December 2021 and December 2023, where the car covered only 217 miles over two years. Since February 2024, the usage has increased more noticeably, covering 9,402 miles in two years, yet the total remains well below the national average for a car of this age. Low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, though it often introduces specific risks associated with long periods of inactivity. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer must inspect for signs of age and low-mileage degradation. Long periods of standing can lead to dry tyre sidewalls, perished seals, and seized brake calipers which may not immediately manifest during a standard MOT test. The inspector should check the rubber components in the suspension for cracking and ensure the brake discs have not developed excessive surface pitting or thick layers of rust. Additionally, the structural integrity of the chassis should be visually inspected for surface corrosion, as low mileage does not prevent environmental oxidation regardless of the miles driven.