2014 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 3.0L Diesel · ME64 YOU

The most recent MOT on 2023-10-11 recorded a failure with multiple issues, including an inoperative engine MIL, windscreen damage, a non-functional registration plate lamp, a front outline marker lamp, an oil leak, worn shock absorber bushes, tyres near the legal limit, and a windscreen washer fluid deficiency. These issues overlap with previous failures, indicating persistent problems with lighting, sealing, and tyre condition. Recurring mechanical patterns include windscreen damage (not affecting visibility), oil leaks (non-excessive), shock absorber bushes (slightly worn or misting), and tyre wear (close to legal limits). These suggest ongoing maintenance needs but not immediate safety risks. However, the 2023 failure introduced a new concern : an inoperative engine MIL, which could signal underlying engine or emissions system faults requiring investigation. The trend shows stability in critical areas but with incremental risks. Issues like shock absorber wear and tyre condition have persisted across multiple MOTs, while the engine MIL failure in 2023 indicates a potential new fault. No major safety-critical failures (e.g., brake system defects) have been recorded recently, but the vehicle’s age and mileage suggest increased vulnerability to component degradation. The vehicle’s mileage of 131,136 miles (12 years old) aligns with typical usage for its age, averaging ~10,928 miles annually. This suggests moderate wear but no extreme overuse.