2017 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.0L Hybrid electric · CU66 UNR

The Mitsubishi Outlander presents a stable but wear-prone maintenance profile, passing its most recent MOT on 20 November 2025 at 76,486 miles with only minor advisories. The tester flagged an offside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit and a nearside rear axle swivel pin and bush slightly worn. These are low-severity items, yet they confirm the vehicle is now entering a phase where age-related suspension and steering component wear is beginning to surface. The overall trend is neither sharply worsening nor fully resolving, with recurring minor tyre and brake pipe advisories persisting across multiple test cycles. The mileage accumulation is consistent and unremarkable for a nine-year-old vehicle. Between the November 2021 test at 42,484 miles and the November 2025 test at 76,486 miles, the vehicle covered 34,002 miles over four years, averaging 8,500 miles annually. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the record, and the yearly intervals between tests suggest regular, if not intensive, use. The recorded mileage of 76,486 miles aligns with the vehicle's age and does not raise concerns about long periods of standing or recent high-mileage accumulation. A buyer should focus on the rear braking system and front steering components during any physical inspection. Corroded rear brake pipes appeared as advisories in both the November 2022 and November 2023 tests, and while they did not result in a failure, corrosion covered in grease or other material suggests the pipes may have been deteriorating for some time. The condition of the metal brake lines, particularly where they route along the rear subframe or axle, warrants close scrutiny for pitting or structural weakening. Both front track rod end ball joint dust covers were flagged as damaged or deteriorated in the 2022 and 2023 tests, and the nearside rear axle swivel pin and bush advisory from the most recent test points to developing play in the rear suspension linkage. These items should be checked for excessive movement or noise over bumps. Tyre wear is a recurring theme across the record, with advisories for worn tread and cracking or perishing appearing on multiple occasions from 2021 through 2025. This pattern suggests the vehicle may spend time on rough surfaces or carry uneven loads, or that alignment and inflation have not been consistently monitored. A buyer should inspect all four tyres for uneven wear patterns, sidewall damage, and remaining tread depth, and verify that the tracking and wheel geometry are within specification. The engine and body covers noted as restricting full inspection in the November 2024 test should also be removed to allow a proper assessment of the engine bay for oil leaks, corrosion, or component condition.