2004 Mitsubishi Carisma 1.9L Diesel · GL04 RVX

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status, showing a stable maintenance trend following recent mechanical interventions. The most recent test on 11 July 2023 at 70,951 miles returned with no defects, indicating that the issues identified in previous years were successfully addressed. This clean result represents a significant improvement over the failures seen in earlier inspections, suggesting the owner has been willing to rectify flagged faults to maintain safety standards. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,225 miles per year. Between October 2021 and October 2022, the car covered only 1,078 miles, and it added just 690 miles in the year leading its final test. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, such infrequent use often masks age-related degradation of rubber components and fluids. The long gap between the last recorded MOT and the current date suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for extended periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components prone to seizing or rotting during periods of inactivity. Given the previous failures in 2021 and 2022, the inspector must check for perished suspension bushes, cracked brake hoses, and seized brake calipers. Structural integrity remains a primary concern for a Mitsubishi of this era, as low mileage does not prevent corrosion in the sills or wheel arches. Verify the exhaust system for deep-seated rust or mounting-related issues that often manifest when a car is not driven regularly.