2014 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.0L Hybrid electric · RO64 MFP

This Mitsubishi Outlander presents a remarkably clean MOT record for a twelve year old SUV that has covered well over a hundred thousand miles, with every test from 2022 onwards recorded as a pass and no advisories or defects logged at any point in the documented history. The most recent entry on 22 November 2025 shows a pass with no defects recorded, though it is notable that a failure was logged on the exact same date immediately prior to the pass, suggesting a minor item was addressed between the two assessments rather than any underlying mechanical concern. Across four consecutive annual tests spanning November 2022 through November 2025, the vehicle has consistently achieved clean passes, indicating sound structural integrity, compliant emissions, and no recurring wear items being flagged on inspection. This pattern suggests the Outlander has been maintained to a roadworthy condition throughout its recent life, with no advisory trends pointing toward developing issues in suspension, braking, or corrosion-prone areas. With 120,876 miles recorded over twelve years, this Outlander has accumulated roughly 10,073 miles annually, which sits comfortably within typical usage expectations for a family SUV of this age. There are no significant gaps in the annual MOT testing record that would suggest extended periods off the road, and the consistent year on year testing pattern indicates the vehicle has remained in regular use throughout its life. While the mileage is not unusually low, it is not exceptionally high either, meaning consumable wear on items such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and suspension components should be proportionate to the odometer reading rather than indicating excessive motorway or commercial use. The steady accumulation rate supports a usage profile of ordinary daily driving rather than short cold trips that accelerate corrosion or heavy towing loads that stress drivetrain components. For a prospective buyer, the absence of any recorded advisories is both reassuring and something to verify physically, as advisories are often issued for early stage corrosion, perished bushes, or worn brake components that an examiner considers within limits but approaching the threshold for failure. On a test drive, pay close attention to the suspension for any clonks or knocks over uneven surfaces, particularly from the front anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, and lower control arm joints, as these are common wear points on Outlanders of this generation and would not necessarily be flagged until they deteriorate further. Listen for any binding or scraping from the front brakes on low speed manoeuvres, which can indicate seized caliper slides, and check for a firm, non-spongy brake pedal feel without any judder under hard braking that might suggest disc run out or pad wear nearing the limit. Given that no corrosion advisories have ever been recorded, inspect the underside carefully for any surface rust on the rear subframe mounting points, suspension arms, and brake pipe runs along the chassis rails, as the Outlander is known to develop underbody corrosion in older examples, particularly around the wheel arches and structural seam areas. Check for any signs of oil seepage from the engine sump, timing cover, and around the transfer box if fitted, as well as blue smoke from the exhaust on startup which could indicate valve stem oil seal wear given the mileage. The steering should feel direct without wandering or vagueness around the straight ahead position, and any knocking from the front end under load or over speed humps would warrant further investigation into the strut top mounts and stabiliser links. Overall, the MOT history suggests this is a mechanically sound example, but a thorough physical inspection and test drive remain essential given the mileage and age.