2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse 1.5L Petrol · PL68 SHX

The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness with a consistently stable maintenance history. The most recent MOT test conducted on August 4, 2025 at 30,538 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, maintaining a clean record across the last five annual inspections. This consistency suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a good standard without any recurring mechanical failures or structural degradations. The mileage pattern is notably low for an eight-year-old car, averaging approximately 3,800 miles per year. There is a visible gap in usage between August 2021 and August 2022, where the vehicle covered only 9,067 miles in twelve months. Since 2022, the mileage has remained steady, increasing by roughly 3,000 to 4,000 miles annually. While low-mileage usage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain components and suspension bushings, it also increases the risk of component degradation if the vehicle has sat stationary for extended periods. Because the MOT record shows no historical advisories, a buyer should focus physical inspection on areas associated with low-mileage storage. This includes checking for flat spots on the tyres, corrosion on brake discs from infrequent use, and potential seizing of brake calipers. The buyer should also inspect rubber components and suspension elements for dry cracking, as the age of the materials can affect their integrity regardless of the low distance the car has driven. At 30,538 miles, the mechanical components should theoretically be in excellent condition, provided the fluids have been changed according to time intervals rather than just mileage.