2017 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER2.3L Diesel

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the recent MOT history indicates a trend of accelerating wear in the suspension components. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 132,562 miles, it failed an inspection just two days prior. That failure revealed multiple simultaneous issues including a fractured nearside rear coil spring, worn offside rear anti-roll bar linkage, and play in the nearside front track rod end. These faults suggest that the lower suspension assembly is now reaching the end of its functional life due to the high mileage environment. The mileage pattern reflects consistent and heavy usage, averaging approximately 14,700 miles per year over the nine-year period. There is a significant jump of 15,552 miles between the July 2023 and July 2024 tests, followed by another 16,147 miles recorded between July 2024 and 2025. This steady accumulation confirms the vehicle is likely used for long-distance motorway driving, which explains the mechanical fatigue on rubber bushes, joints, and spring components despite the lack of recorded defects in the mid-life period of the vehicle. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the entire suspension geometry to ensure the recent repairs addressed only the flagged items. The 2022 advisory for a worn anti-roll bar bush evolved into a total failure by 2025, indicating a pattern of degradation rather than proactive replacement. Attention should also be paid to the exhaust system, as the July 2025 failure required a re-test due to corroded flanges and defective mountings, suggesting advanced surface rust that could lead to structural failure if not monitored.