2017 Mitsubishi Mirage 1.2L Petrol · AF66 MSV

The most recent DVSA examination on 28 August 2025 returned a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded, and this is consistent with the broader trend across the available history. Every recorded test from January 2022 through to the present has resulted in a pass with no advisories, advisories relating to monitorable wear items, or any flagged structural concerns. The absence of any recurring defect categories such as braking component wear, suspension deterioration, lighting failures, or exhaust integrity issues suggests that the vehicle has been reasonably maintained and presented for test in serviceable condition. For a nine year old car, this unbroken run of defect free results is a positive indicator of overall roadworthiness, though it is worth noting that MOT testing is a snapshot of safety and emissions standards rather than a comprehensive mechanical health check. The recorded mileage of 83,489 miles against a 2017 registration equates to an average annual mileage of approximately 9,277 miles, which sits squarely within what would be considered typical for a vehicle of this age and class. There are no extended gaps between tests that would suggest long periods of standing or very low use, and equally no evidence of rapid mileage accumulation that would point to heavy commercial or high stress usage. This consistent and moderate usage pattern generally supports steady wear progression across the major mechanical assemblies rather than accelerated degradation, meaning consumables such as brake friction material, tyres, and suspension components are likely to have been replaced in line with their natural service life rather than prematurely. Given the clean MOT history and average mileage profile, the priorities for a prospective buyer shift toward age and time related deterioration rather than immediate wear and tear concerns. The tyres should be inspected closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, as rubber compounds degrade with age regardless of tread depth, and any tyres manufactured before 2019 should be regarded with suspicion even if the tread appears adequate. The 12 volt battery is approaching the end of its typical service life and should be load tested, particularly as Mitsubishi Mirage electrical systems can be sensitive to weak state of charge. A visual inspection of the underbody and brake discs for surface corrosion consistent with standing should be carried out, and the handbrake mechanism and caliper slide pins checked for any binding following periods of inactivity. Service history verification is particularly important on a vehicle of this age and mileage, and the buyer should confirm that cambelt or timing chain inspections, coolant, brake fluid, and automatic or manual gearbox oil changes have been carried out at the manufacturer recommended intervals. Brake fluid is hygroscopic and typically requires renewal every two years regardless of mileage, so the date of the last fluid change should be established. On the test drive, attention should be paid to any clonks or knocks from the front suspension over speed humps, which would indicate worn anti roll bar bushes or drop links, and to the steering for any vagueness or knocking that could point to deteriorated tie rod ends. The clutch operation should be assessed for slipping under load or any juddering on take up, and the engine listened for any timing chain rattle on cold start. Verifying that the air conditioning system functions correctly and that there are no dashboard warning lights illuminated on ignition will round out a sensible pre purchase evaluation.