2016 Mitsubishi Mirage 1.2L Petrol · FX66 WVC

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in October 2025 at 62,434 miles shows a pass, despite a recurring issue with the offside rear tyre. This specific fault, involving inner edge wear and a nail, has appeared in three out of the last four MOT tests, suggesting that the owner neglects to address tyre condition until it nears the legal limit. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year. Between the October 2022 test at 44,200 miles and the October 2023 test at 49,911 miles, the car covered 5,711 miles, representing a steady usage rate. While the low annual mileage reduces overall wear on the drivetrain and engine, the recurring mechanical advisories suggest that basic consumables and minor components are only being serviced when prompted by the annual MOT inspection. A buyer should specifically inspect the rear geometry and alignment due to the persistent inner edge wear on the offside rear tyre. This type of wear often points to worn suspension bushes or an incorrect camber setting that has gone unaddressed for years. Additionally, the nearside front brake pads were flagged as thin in 2023, so a physical check of the remaining pad life and disc condition is necessary to ensure the replacement was performed correctly. The windscreen washer system and headlamp alignment issues from the 2023 failure should be verified to ensure they remain fully functional and correctly adjusted.