2012 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.3L Diesel · DU12 HWC
2012 Mitsubishi Outlander (2.3L, diesel). First registered 11 May 2012. Recorded mileage 194,896 miles. MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 194,896 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DU12 HWC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/12/2025
- 194,896 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (20 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DU12 HWC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander (DU12 HWC) between November 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (20 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 52 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”.
DU12 HWC Mileage History
- 30/11/2022181,179 mi
- 11/12/2023186,537 mi+5,358 mi
- 14/12/2023186,537 mi
- 26/11/2024192,279 mi+5,742 mi
- 15/12/2025194,896 mi+2,617 mi
Average of roughly 4,510 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mitsubishi Mitsubishi Outlander Diesel
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Oil Dilution (2.2 DI-D)Serious
Interrupted DPF regenerations cause diesel to leak into the oil sump, thinning the oil and potentially damaging the engine.
- DPF CloggingModerate
The Diesel Particulate Filter clogs if the car is used mostly for short urban trips.
- Dual Mass Flywheel (DMF) WearModerate
Manual models can suffer from DMF failure, especially if used for towing.
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