2012 Mitsubishi Colt 1.3L Petrol · EX62 WBU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift toward neglect regarding basic consumable upkeep. While it passed its most recent test in April 2026 at 16,512 miles, it had failed just seven miles prior. This failure revealed a critical structural bulge in the offside front inner tyre alongside multiple issues across the remaining set. The transition from a clean record in previous years to multiple defects suggests that the current owner is only addressing mechanical faults when forced by the annual testing process. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,180 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between September 2023 and April 2025, where the car covered only 3,416 miles in over seventeen months. The most recent interval between April 2025 and April 2026 shows even lower activity with just 965 miles. This low usage explains the age-related degradation of rubber components, as the tyres are perishing and cracking due to lack of regular movement despite having sufficient tread depth. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the tyres, as the record indicates a recurring pattern of dry rot and sidew damage across multiple axles. The tester also flagged a worn front anti-roll bar pin or bush in the 2026 test; while this did not cause a failure, it indicates the start of suspension component wear. Given the long periods the vehicle sits stationary, the buyer should specifically check the brake discs for surface corrosion and seized calipers, which frequently affect low-mileage cars. Ensure the perished rubber components have not compromised fluid seals and that the parking brake has not seized during the periods of inactivity.