2016 Mitsubishi Mirage 1.2L Petrol · GD16 VFA

The February 2026 MOT at 29,196 miles passed, yet the tester flagged a corroded offside rear coil spring (5.3.1 (b) (i)) and noted that items had been removed from driver’s view prior to testing. This indicates a maintenance pattern that remains generally stable but shows recurring advisories on suspension, brakes and tyres, with no evidence of major mechanical failure in the most recent inspection. The vehicle is a 2016 Mitsubishi Mirage now ten years old, recorded at 29,196 miles, which translates to roughly 2,900 miles per year; however, the interval from the July 2024 test (22,140 miles) to the February 2026 test (29,196 miles) adds about 6,600 miles in just under two years, suggesting a recent increase in usage that contrasts with the relatively low annual mileage of the earlier period. A buyer should therefore inspect the offside rear suspension for corrosion and any sign of weakened coil springs, verify the condition of the rear brake assembly where previous binding was recorded, and examine the structural integrity of the rear wheel arch for rust that could compromise chassis rigidity. Tyre tread depth, brake pad thickness and disc surface should be checked, as the history shows repeated wear‑related advisories and a tyre bulge failure in July 2024 that required structural inspection.