2017 Mitsubishi ASX 1.6L Petrol · CT17 FJD

The 2017 Mitsubishi ASX presents a strong and improving roadworthiness profile. The most recent test, conducted on 2026-06-05 at 71,159 miles, passed with zero defects recorded, indicating the vehicle is currently in sound mechanical order. The maintenance trend is clearly improving. The only advisory in the entire five-test history appeared in the October 2023 test at 57,289 miles, where the tester flagged rear brake pads wearing thin. The subsequent tests in October 2024 and June 2025 both passed cleanly, and the June 2026 test shows no recurrence, suggesting the pads were replaced and the braking system is now functioning correctly. The mileage accumulation of roughly 7,907 miles per year is typical for a vehicle of this age. The record shows a steady and consistent climb from 49,318 miles in November 2022 to 71,159 miles in June 2026, with no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in odometer readings. The 735-mile increment between the November 2025 test and the June 2026 test, a span of seven months, is modest and suggests the vehicle may have seen lighter recent use or shorter commuting distances. There are no anomalies in the data to indicate the car has been standing idle for long periods or subjected to extreme short-trip wear patterns. Despite the clean recent record, a buyer should still conduct a thorough in-person inspection focused on the components that historically drew attention. The rear braking system, flagged in 2023, warrants a physical check of the current pad thickness, disc condition, and caliper operation to confirm no binding or uneven wear has developed since the last test. Given the vehicle has now covered over 71,000 miles, the front brakes, suspension bushes, coil springs, and exhaust system should also be inspected for age-related deterioration. The underbody and sills deserve close scrutiny for corrosion, particularly around mounting points and drain holes, as structural rust can develop silently between annual tests. Tyre condition across all four wheels, including the spare if fitted, should be verified, as tread depth and sidewall integrity are consumable items the MOT only checks to a minimum legal threshold.