2019 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.4L Hybrid electric (clean) · DF68 BNO

A 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander presenting 99,217 miles across five recorded MOT tests shows a largely unremarkable roadworthiness profile from a pass/fail perspective, but the test history is not entirely free of concern. Four of the five tests since 2022 returned clean sheets with no advisories, and the most recent examination on 23 July 2026 passed with no defects recorded, which would generally suggest stable condition. However, the 2023 test carried five advisories concentrated around rear tyres and rear suspension, and these were the only advisories ever logged on this vehicle. Because the advisories appeared in isolation between two clean passes, the pattern does not clearly point to systemic deterioration, yet neither does it allow the record to be described as strong across the board. The absence of any subsequent advisories on tyres or anti-roll bar components could simply mean the items were replaced prior to the following test, rather than that the underlying wear issue was resolved. Annual mileage works out at roughly 14,174 miles per year over the seven-year lifespan of the vehicle, which is notably high for a car of this age and is consistent with sustained daily use rather than the lighter accumulation more typical of family SUVs in this category. The testing frequency is regular with annual tests from 2022 onwards, indicating continuous road use with no extended lay-up periods that might otherwise raise separate concerns about dormant corrosion, brake seizure, or fuel system deterioration. High mileage of this nature accelerates wear on consumable and mechanical items alike, particularly the clutch, drivetrain mounts, suspension components, and braking hardware, even where the MOT record itself does not flag them. The fact that the rear tyres were flagged as worn close to the legal limit and perished in 2023, with an anti-roll bar bush also showing wear, is consistent with a vehicle that has covered significant distance rather than one that has been gently used. For a prospective buyer, the specific areas warranting close physical inspection are the rear axle and suspension components, given the 2023 advisories. The rear anti-roll bar pin or bush was noted as worn without excessive movement, so on a test drive listen for clonking or knocking noises from the rear over uneven surfaces, and check for any lateral play when the vehicle is rocked by hand at the rear wheels. The rear tyres were simultaneously flagged for perishing and edge wear, so inspect the current tyres for uneven shoulder wear particularly on the inner or outer edges, and check the sidewalls for cracking. Edge wear on the rear axle of an Outlander can indicate worn rear bushes, alignment issues, or simply age-related tyre degradation, and a fresh set of tyres may be masking ongoing suspension geometry problems rather than resolving them. Beyond the items specifically recorded, the high recorded mileage makes a thorough physical inspection of the braking system prudent. Check for any binding or uneven pulling on test drive application, and inspect the discs and pads directly for wear, lipping, or surface corrosion. Listen for transmission or drivetrain clonks on initial drive engagement, particularly from a standstill or when reversing, as these are common wear points on higher-mileage Outlanders. Finally, verify that the rear anti-roll bar bushes have been replaced rather than simply left to deteriorate further since 2023, as a component flagged as worn but not failing at that time has had a further three years and tens of thousands of miles of use to progress.