2012 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.3L Diesel · SD62 HSJ

The most recent MOT in February 2026 was a pass, but the vehicle shows a persistent and serious pattern of structural corrosion. While the most critical failures from late 2025 appear to have been addressed to achieve this pass, the underlying issues regarding the vehicle's underside remain a significant concern. The primary risk is widespread corrosion affecting the chassis, sub-frames, brake pipes, and suspension mounting points. The MOT history shows a severe escalation in November 2025, where the rear sub-frame was noted as seriously weakened and corrosion in the sills was found to have reduced the strength of the seat belt anchorages. Although the 2026 report states the sub-frames are currently not seriously weakened, the presence of corrosion on suspension mountings and deteriorating trailing arm bushes indicates that the decay is extensive. The condition trend looks to be worsening in terms of the severity of the defects encountered. The vehicle has progressed from general underside corrosion to critical failures involving structural integrity and braking systems. Even with the recent pass, the recurring mentions of corrosion across the sub-frames, sills, and brake pipes suggest the vehicle is in a state of ongoing structural decline. The mileage of approximately 115,779 miles is typical for a vehicle of this age, averaging about 8,270 miles per year. This suggests that the corrosion and mechanical wear are likely due to the age of the vehicle and environmental exposure rather than heavy or high-mileage usage.