2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Exceed 4X2 1.5L Petrol · AK21 FTC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to servicing. The latest test on 18 June 2025 at 60,665 miles flagged the front brake pads as wearing thin. This mirrors an advisory from the previous year in May 2024 where both the nearside and offside front pads were noted as thinning, suggesting the owner waits until components are near the failure limit before addressing them. At 60,665 miles over five years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 12,133 miles per annum. This usage rate exceeds the UK annual average for a passenger car and places accelerated demand on wear-and-tear items. The 7,628 miles driven between the May 2024 and June 2025 tests confirms consistent high-mile operation, which explains the rapid depletion of the brake material and puts significant stress on suspension and drivetrain components. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front braking system to ensure the discs have not been scored or thinned due to prolonged use with worn pads. Given the recurring nature of these advisories, it is vital to check for uneven wear on calipers and potential binding. The damage to the front windscreen noted in 2024 should be inspected for new cracks or chips that may have entered the driver's field of view. The high mileage also necessitates a close look at the suspension bushes and shock absorber mounts for signs of premature fatigue, as these components typically begin to degrade at this mileage interval.