2019 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER DESIGN CVT2.0L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a significant lapse in preventative care. While it passed its latest MOT on 22 November 2025 at 112,536 miles, it had failed the test on that same day for multiple critical safety defects. This indicates a reactive maintenance approach where repairs are only addressed once a legal failure occurs, suggesting that the previous owner ignored mechanical wear and tear until the point of non-compliance. The mileage profile is high for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging over 16,000 miles per year. Between the November 2023 test at 74,766 miles and the November 2024 test at 98,222 miles, the car covered over 23,000 miles in a single year. This level of high-frequency use puts considerable strain on the CVT transmission, suspension components, and braking system, which is consistent with the rapid degradation of consumables noted in the most recent failure report. A physical inspection must focus on the front braking assembly and exhaust system. The November 2025 failure flagged significantly worn inner brake discs and pads below the 1.5mm legal limit, alongside a front tyre with insufficient tread depth. A buyer should verify that both discs and pads were replaced with high-quality components rather than just the bare minimum. Additionally, the major exhaust leak identified during that test requires a thorough check to ensure the manifold or primary pipe has not suffered structural damage from corrosion. Given the high mileage and the history of neglecting brake components, the suspension should be scrutinised for perished bushes or leaking shock absorbers. High-mileage SUVs often experience accelerated wear on rubber mounts and steering linkages. The record shows no structural corrosion issues yet, but the pattern of mechanical neglect suggests that further faults may be hidden in the drivetrain or chassis.