2019 Mitsubishi Mirage 1.2L Petrol · FL69 AOB

Immediate attention to the braking system and tyre condition is required following the most recent MOT pass on 10 September 2026, which introduced several wear-related advisories not present in previous years. While the vehicle maintained a clean record of passes without defects from 2023 through 2025, the latest inspection indicates a shift toward consumable component depletion. Specifically, the record now flags thinning front brake pads, worn or pitted front brake discs, and tyre issues affecting both the offside front and nearside rear. This transition from a defect-free history to a list of multiple advisories suggests that the vehicle is currently entering a phase of required maintenance for its wear items. The recorded mileage of 33,669 miles over approximately seven years represents a low annual usage pattern of roughly 4,810 miles. This level of accumulation is significantly below the UK average, which can imply less frequent mechanical operation. While lower mileage generally suggests less cumulative wear on the drivetrain and engine, it can also mean that components like tyres are subject to more age-related degradation rather than tread wear from heavy use. This is supported by the advisory for a nearside rear tyre showing signs of cracking or perishing, a condition often associated with older rubber that has seen limited road time. A prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the braking assembly and tyre integrity. Given the advisories for thin pads and pitted or scored discs, a test drive should include several controlled applications of the brake pedal to check for any pulsation, judder, or unusual grinding noises that would indicate the discs require replacement. The presence of pitted discs can sometimes lead to uneven braking performance or increased noise during deceleration. Furthermore, the offside front tyre being worn close to the legal limit or on the edge suggests potential alignment issues or uneven loading, so the steering should be checked for any pulling to one side during straight-line driving. Visual and tactile inspections of the tyres are also necessary to address the advisory regarding perishing on the nearside rear. You should look for sidewall cracking or signs of dry rot, which can compromise structural integrity even if tread depth remains sufficient. The minor defect regarding the offside front headlamp lens should be checked to ensure the light output is clear and not obscured by surface degradation. Overall, while the vehicle has a history of passing tests, the current advisories point toward an immediate need to budget for new front brakes and at least two tyres to return the vehicle to a standard where no immediate wear-related maintenance is flagged.