2016 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · CX66 MXL

This Mitsubishi Outlander presents an exceptionally clean roadworthiness profile across five consecutive annual examinations, with the most recent test on 26 September 2025 recording a pass and no advisories, defects, or items of concern noted by the inspector. The pattern repeats backwards through every test in the recorded history: 2024, 2023, 2022, and 2021 all returned clean passes with no advisories logged. For a vehicle approaching ten years of age, the complete absence of recorded advisories is notable, indicating that consumable wear items such as brake components, suspension elements, tyres, and exhaust system parts have either remained within serviceable limits at each annual inspection or have been addressed proactively between MOT cycles. While a clean MOT history does not constitute a guarantee of mechanical perfection, it does suggest a vehicle that has not been flagged for any of the common wear or corrosion issues that typically accumulate on a chassis of this vintage. With 74,638 miles accumulated over approximately ten years, the Outlander has averaged around 7,464 miles annually, which sits squarely within the typical range for a privately used family SUV of this age. There are no significant gaps in the MOT testing record, no extended periods off the road, and no sudden mileage jumps that would indicate towing heavy loads, commercial use, or prolonged motorway commuting. This moderate and consistent usage pattern is mechanically favourable, as it tends to keep all drivetrain and suspension parts working regularly without subjecting them to the accelerated wear associated with very high annual mileages. Equally, the vehicle has not been left stationary for multi-year stretches, which means concerns typically associated with long-term lay-ups such as seized brake calipers, perished coolant hoses, or deteriorated fuel system seals are unlikely to be a factor here. Because the MOT history is entirely free of advisories, there are no specific components flagged for the buyer to prioritise inspecting beyond standard due diligence. On a test drive, attention should nevertheless be paid to areas that an annual MOT may not fully reveal, such as the condition of the rear brake discs and pads, the propshaft universal joints if a four-wheel-drive variant, and the front suspension lower arms and bushes, which on Outlanders of this generation can develop play without immediately triggering an MOT failure. Listen for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over speed humps or uneven road surfaces, and pay particular attention to steering response, as any vagueness or knocking from the front end would warrant further investigation beneath the vehicle. The braking system should be evaluated by driving at moderate speed and applying the brakes firmly, checking for any vibration through the pedal or steering wheel that could indicate warped front discs, a known wear point on higher-mileage Outlanders. Listen for any binding or grinding noises from the wheels when the vehicle is moving slowly with the brakes released, which would suggest a sticking caliper. Inspect the underside of the vehicle for any signs of fluid leakage from the power steering rack, the front differential if fitted, and the engine sump, as oil weeps from these areas are common on vehicles of this age and mileage even when not flagged at MOT. Finally, verify that all four tyres are of matching brand, size, and tread depth, and confirm that the service history includes recent replacement of the timing belt or chain if applicable to the engine variant, as this is a critical interval item not assessed at MOT.