2012 Mitsubishi ASX 1.6L Petrol · CE12 UAM

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of deferred repairs regarding suspension and exhaust components. While the most recent test in November 2025 at 125,970 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure for exhaust emissions, anti-roll bar ball joint issues, and a leaking nearside front shock absorber. The trend suggests that the owner only addresses faults once they result in an MOT failure, rather than performing preventative maintenance on wear-and-tear items. At 125,970 miles, the mileage is consistent with the vehicle's fourteen-year age, averaging 9,000 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, with 4,000 miles covered between the October 2023 and November 2024 tests, and another 6,200 miles between November 2024 and November 2025. This consistent accumulation indicates the car is used regularly, which places standard stress on the aging suspension and braking components noted in the inspection history. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the structural integrity, as the record flagged corrosion on the nearside and offside rear integral body structures as early as 2023. Although the tester noted structural rigidity was not significantly reduced, the presence of corrosion on both front and rear suspension arms suggests a long-term issue with rust. The nearside front shock absorber, which was misting in late 2025, should be monitored for increasing fluid leakage which will eventually lead to a mechanical failure. The braking system requires close attention as thin rear brake pads and pitted discs were flagged in consecutive years throughout 2023 and 2024. Furthermore, the anti-roll bar ball joint dust covers have repeatedly failed, allowing dirt to ingress and accelerate joint wear. The buyer should verify that the exhaust leak which caused the 2025 failure has been properly rectified to ensure the emissions remain within legal limits for future tests.