2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Exceed 4X4 CVT 1.5L Petrol · DS 6500

The vehicle presents a stable but declining maintenance trend regarding its braking system. While the most recent test on 30 September 2025 at 17,963 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged multiple advisories for both nearside and offside front brake discs being worn, pitted, or scored. This follows a pattern established in the 04 May 2024 test at 17,113 miles, where front brake pads were noted as wearing thin and discs showed surface wear. The progression from simple pad wear to surface pitting on the discs suggests that while the vehicle remains roadworthy, the braking components are reaching the end of their service life. The mileage profile indicates extremely low usage for a 2020 model, averaging approximately 2,994 miles per year. The recorded distance grew from 14,277 miles in May 2023 to 17,963 miles by September 2025. This low annual mileage explains the specific type of wear observed. The 31 May 2023 test at 14,277 miles highlighted cracking and perishing in the tread area of both front and rear tyres. Such sidewall or tread cracking is a classic symptom of age-related degradation caused by vehicles sitting stationary for extended periods rather than mechanical wear from high-speed driving. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the braking hardware. Given the recurring advisories for worn pads and pitted discs, the front braking system likely requires a full replacement of both pads and discs to prevent further deterioration or reduced stopping efficiency. The history of perishing tyres suggests that although the tread depth may appear sufficient, the rubber compound itself may be hardening or cracking due to age. It is advisable to check the manufacture dates on the tyre sidewalls to ensure they are not structurally compromised by long-term inactivity.