2017 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.0L Hybrid electric · DY67 URN

The 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander presents a solid and improving roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 18 December 2025 at 51,753 miles passed with zero defects, marking a clean bill of health. This follows a minor hiccup earlier that same year on 7 December 2024 at 43,836 miles, where the tester flagged worn front and rear brake pads. Crucially, that issue was rectified before the retest just days later, and the subsequent 2025 pass confirms the braking system is now in good order. The maintenance trend is stable and improving, with no recurring structural or mechanical failures. The mileage accumulation tells a story of very light use. Covering only 7,916 miles between December 2024 and December 2025, and just 15,730 miles over the two years prior, this vehicle has barely been driven. Annual averages sit around 5,750 miles, well below typical figures. Such low usage raises a different consideration: prolonged periods of standing can lead to flat-spotted tyres, sticking brake calipers, and dried-out rubber seals. The clean 2025 MOT suggests these risks have not materialised yet, but a buyer should remain alert to them. The 2022 test on 29 December 2029 at 29,688 miles flagged three tyre-related advisories, including a nail in the nearside rear and a cut on the offside rear. Failing on tyre condition twice in quick succession back in 2024 suggests basic consumable upkeep was initially skipped, though the subsequent clean passes indicate the owner has since been more attentive. A buyer should still inspect all four tyres carefully, looking for uneven wear or age-related cracking, given the car's tendency to cover short distances. The low mileage and recent clean record are reassuring, but the history of neglected tyres and brake wear demands a thorough in-person inspection of the undercarriage, suspension bushes, and brake components to confirm no corrosion has set in during idle periods.