2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT 2.0L Petrol · EX70 LNG

The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed CVT presents a mixed maintenance picture. The most recent MOT, conducted on 27 September 2025 at 49,717 miles, passed, yet the tester flagged a heavily corroded and weakened rear exhaust join and noted that the nearside rear child seat prevented a full adult seatbelt inspection. A recorded mileage of 49,717 miles on the date of that test, identical to the current figure, strongly suggests the vehicle has stood unused for approximately nine months. The overall trend is not cleanly resolving. While the car passed its last test, the corrosion advisory on the exhaust and the inability to fully inspect a critical restraint system introduce unresolved concerns that a buyer must verify. Mileage accumulation tells a story of two distinct phases. Between the September 2023 test at 24,194 miles and the August 2024 test at 35,688 miles, the car covered 11,494 miles in roughly eleven months, indicating a period of sustained, above-average use. From August 2024 to September 2025, mileage increased by only 14,028 miles over thirteen months, and crucially, no further distance appears to have been covered since that last MOT. The service history is sparse, with no evidence of interim servicing visible in the MOT record, and the long stationary period raises questions about fluid degradation, brake surface corrosion, and tyre age-related cracking. Buyer attention should focus on the rear exhaust system first. The heavily corroded and weakened join noted in September 2025 is a structural integrity concern that can lead to exhaust gas leaks, increased noise, and an immediate MOT failure if not rectified. The nearside rear seatbelt must be physically inspected with the child seat removed to confirm the webbing, buckles, and retractors are fully functional. Given the standing period, a thorough underbody inspection for corrosion on brake lines, subframes, and suspension mounting points is advisable, as prolonged inactivity accelerates surface rust on these components. The braking system requires a closer look beyond what the MOT could assess. In August 2024, both front brake discs were flagged as worn, pitted, or scored at 35,688 miles, and the tester could not visually inspect the brake pads at the most recent test due to the wheel and caliper design. A buyer should have a technician remove the wheels to measure disc thickness and pad material, checking for uneven wear or binding calipers. Tyre condition also demands scrutiny. The 2024 tests flagged multiple tyres worn to the legal limit and a perishing offside rear tyre. Even with low recent mileage, rubber degrades with age, and any tyre dating from 2024 or earlier should be considered for replacement regardless of remaining tread depth.