2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.0L Diesel · DA07 EYD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in November 2025 at 157,440 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows a period of improvement following a significant failure in late 2024. While the latest result is clean, the previous history indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive maintenance, as critical components were only addressed after failing a test rather than being flagged as advisories. At 19 years old with 157,440 miles, the Outlander has averaged approximately 8,300 miles per year. This figure aligns with typical usage patterns for a large SUV of this age. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 8,000 miles covered between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 6,400 miles covered prior to the 2025 inspection. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not sat for long periods, though the high mileage places significant strain on aging rubber and mechanical components. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry due to recurring issues. The November 2023 test flagged play in both lower suspension arm ball joints, which eventually led to a failure in 2024 for the offside front ball joint and the nearside front track rod end. These repeated failures suggest the steering assembly is wearing out. You should check for perished bushings and excessive play in all joints. Additionally, the 2024 failure regarding exposed cords and uneven wear on the rear inner tyres indicates potential alignment issues or worn shock absorbers, which should be verified to ensure the current tyres are not prematurely worn.