MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER2020 · 2.4L HYBRID ELECTRIC

The Mitsubishi Outlander presents a mixed maintenance picture following its most recent MOT pass on 10 April 2026 at 155,992 miles. The tester flagged an offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover as severely deteriorated, a condition that accelerates joint wear and contamination ingress. A rear subframe mounting area corrosion advisory also appeared. Comparing the record to earlier tests, the trend is neither clearly improving nor sharply worsening. The car has repeatedly passed, yet recurring subframe corrosion advisories and rear brake disc wear suggest a vehicle that has endured sustained high-mileage use with only essential repairs addressed. The mileage accumulation is notably high for a 2020 vehicle, averaging roughly 25,999 miles per year. The record shows 108,010 miles on 23 September 2024, rising to 134,343 miles by 29 May 2025, then 142,852 miles by 21 September 2025, and finally 155,992 miles on 10 April 2026. That equates to approximately 48,000 miles covered in the 18 months between September 2024 and April 2026, indicating intense recent use. No significant gaps in the MOT timeline are visible, and the annual test pattern appears consistent, which supports regular road use rather than prolonged standing. Buyers should focus their inspection on the rear subframe and mounting points, which have drawn corrosion advisories in three of the four recorded tests, including the most recent. The 2025 failure for a nearside front tyre below 1.6mm tread depth, alongside a separate advisory for offside front tyre edge wear, points to possible alignment or suspension geometry issues that have not been permanently resolved. The deteriorated offside front ball joint dust cover flagged in April 2026 demands immediate attention; once the boot splits, the joint loses lubrication and will require replacement. Rear braking components also warrant close scrutiny. Both rear brake discs were flagged as worn, pitted, or scored in the May 2025 tests, and a nearside rear disc advisory appeared in September 2024. Combined with the corroded rear upper fuel pipe noted in both 2024 and 2025, the rear end of the vehicle shows a pattern of deferred upkeep. A thorough underbody inspection, including suspension bushes, coil springs, and fuel line condition, is essential before purchase.