2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 2.0L Petrol · OC02 BAD

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of clean passes. The most recent inspection conducted in June 2025 at 75,388 miles resulted in no recorded defects or advisories, indicating that the mechanical and structural condition met all MOT standards at that time. This lack of failures suggests a proactive approach to maintenance or that issues were addressed before they escalated into test failures over several years. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,600 miles per annum. Between October 2019 and June 2025, the car covered only 13,831 miles, with a significant gap of 758 miles recorded between the last two tests. While this low usage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, long periods of inactivity can lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts or seized components. The data shows no evidence of rapid mileage accumulation that would typically indicate high-stress mechanical wear. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and steering components, as the 2021 test at 73,550 miles flagged a nearside front track rod end ball joint for slight play. Although this was cleared in subsequent tests, the age of the vehicle suggests that rubber bushes and joints may be becoming brittle. Given the vehicle's age and low mileage, it is also vital to check for structural corrosion on the chassis sills and brake lines, as environmental oxidation often affects stationary vehicles more severely than frequently driven ones. Inspect the brake discs for surface pitting, as this is common on cars that sit idle for extended periods.