2017 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · HE11 FEL

The most recent MOT test for this 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander was passed on 12 November 2025. While the vehicle has maintained a consistent pass record over the years, the maintenance trend shows a recurring issue regarding front tyre wear. Specifically, advisories for both nearside and offside front tyres being worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edges were noted in both 2021 and 2025. This suggests that while the vehicle is mechanically sound enough to pass, there is a persistent pattern of consumable wear that requires attention to prevent future failures. With a recorded mileage of 58,737 miles over approximately nine years, the vehicle has covered an average of roughly 6,526 miles per year. This is considered relatively low to moderate usage for a vehicle of this age. While this lower mileage generally implies less cumulative wear on the engine, gearbox, and drivetrain compared to high-mileage examples, it can also suggest the vehicle has spent periods stationary. Such usage profiles require careful inspection of components that can degrade through inactivity or standing rather than through friction and high-frequency use. The recurring advisories regarding edge wear on the front tyres are a significant point for inspection. This pattern often indicates an issue with wheel alignment, such as incorrect toe settings, or potentially worn suspension components like bushes or ball joints. During your test drive, you should pay close attention to whether the vehicle pulls to one side under braking or acceleration and listen for any clunking or knocking sounds from the front end when navigating uneven surfaces. Additionally, following the 2022 advisory regarding pitted or scored front brake discs, you should check for any brake shudder or pulsation through the pedal when slowing down, which could indicate uneven disc wear or binding calipers. Given the vehicle's age and moderate mileage, you must perform a physical inspection of the tyres for sidewall cracking or perishing, as rubber degrades over time regardless of tread depth. It is also advisable to inspect the brake discs for heavy surface corrosion or signs of binding, which can occur if the vehicle has been parked for extended periods. Finally, ensure that time-based maintenance has been carried out; specifically, verify in the service history that brake fluid and engine coolant have been replaced according to the manufacturer's intervals, as these fluids lose their efficacy over time due to moisture absorption and chemical degradation.