2016 Mitsubishi Mirage 1.2L Petrol · DX16 YML

This Mitsubishi Mirage presents an exemplary roadworthiness record. The most recent test, conducted on 15 August 2025 at 20,197 miles, passed with zero defects. The maintenance trend is stable and consistently strong, with five consecutive clean MOT passes and no advisories or failures recorded throughout the vehicle's entire documented history. The mileage accumulation pattern is notably low for a 2016 vehicle. Between the first recorded test on 12 August 2021 at 8,189 miles and the most recent on 15 August 2025 at 20,197 miles, the vehicle covered approximately 12,008 miles over four years, averaging around 3,000 miles annually. The increments between tests are steady and unremarkable: 2,232 miles between 2021 and 2022, 5,622 miles between 2022 and 2023, 1,876 miles between 2023 and 2024, and 2,278 miles between 2024 and 2025. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in accumulation. The vehicle appears to have been used sparingly but regularly, with no prolonged periods of inactivity evident from the annual test cycle. Despite the clean paper record, a buyer should still conduct a thorough physical inspection. Low-mileage vehicles that sit unused for extended periods can develop issues unrelated to wear. Tyre sidewall cracking or perishing is worth checking, as the recorded mileage suggests the original or early replacement tyres may now be age-dated regardless of remaining tread depth. Brake discs and calipers should be inspected for surface corrosion or seizure, particularly if the car has been stationary between short trips. Suspension bushes and coil springs should be examined for perishing, and the underside assessed for any corrosion that could compromise structural integrity over time. The exhaust system and catalytic converter should also be checked, as short-journey use can accelerate internal moisture buildup and corrosion within the system. The absence of any defects across five consecutive MOT tests strongly suggests attentive prior ownership. No recurring mechanical or structural concerns appear in the record to flag. A standard pre-purchase inspection covering tyre age, brake condition, suspension components, and underbody corrosion would be prudent given the vehicle's age and usage pattern, but the documented history provides considerable reassurance.