2005 Mitsubishi Delica 3.0L Petrol · MP55 RZK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a passing result in December 2025, but the maintenance trend shows a period of reactive repair rather than preventative care. The failure on December 3, 2025, highlighted multiple safety and mechanical defects, including a split offside front inner drive shaft boot, a missing nearside front steering rack gaiter, and a non-functional indicator. While these were rectified to pass the test five days later, the persistent oil misting on the offside rear shock absorber indicates the beginning of component degradation. The mileage data is highly inconsistent for a 21-year-old vehicle. The record shows 83,006 miles in November 2024, yet the subsequent tests in December 2025 recorded a lower figure of 55,887 miles. This represents a discrepancy of over 27,000 miles within a single month, which contradicts the stated average usage of approximately 2,600 miles per year. Such a significant drop suggests either odometer tampering or a recording error, both of which undermine the reliability of the vehicle's mechanical wear history. A physical inspection must focus on the integrity of the rubber components and steering system. The previous failure of the steering rack gaiter and CV boot suggests that the rubber may be perished or cracking due to age and low use rather than-related wear. The buyer should monitor the offside rear shock absorber for increasing leakage, as misting often precedes total failure. Given the age and erratic mileage data, a thorough check for structural corrosion is essential, particularly where standing may have led to accelerated rust.