2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse 1.5L Petrol · NA18 EDR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear decline into deferred preventative maintenance. After a clean record in 2024, the most recent test in July 2025 at 82,879 miles revealed multiple mechanical advisories across the suspension and braking systems. This shift from a clean pass to a list of defects suggests that components are now only being addressed once they approach the point of failure. The mileage pattern remains consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,360 miles per annum. The car covered roughly 10,000 miles between June 2023 and July 2024, and another 9,820 miles in the year leading to the 2025 test. This steady accumulation indicates regular use rather than long periods of standing, which explains the typical wear on rubber-based components and metal surfaces seen in the recent MOT entries. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the July 2025 test flagged both nearside and offside front ball joint dust covers as severely deteriorated, which will lead to joint play and mechanical failure if not replaced. The presence of a corroded rear coil spring and pitted front brake discs indicates that the chassis and braking hardware are reaching the end of life. Furthermore, the offside rear tyre shows signs of perishing, suggesting the rubber compound is aging despite sufficient tread depth.