2016 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.0L Hybrid electric · SC65 HZB

The 2016 Outlander is currently rated as roadworthy, but its maintenance history presents a clear warning of a worsening trend. The most recent test in March 2024 at 89,681 miles was passed with no defects, indicating that the vehicle has maintained good condition over the last two years. However, the history reveals a distinct pattern of wear that has accelerated since the previous year. The vehicle has failed on both nearside and offside rear tyres in March 2023 at 86,886 miles, and failed again in February 2022 at 83,696 miles. This sequence suggests that the wear on these components has not settled into a stable, improving state but rather continues to accumulate rapidly. The lack of a pass in the previous year, followed by a failure in the current year, indicates that basic upkeep has been neglected, and the mechanical risk is increasing. The mileage accumulation is significant, with the car having reached 89,681 miles in March 2024. This represents approximately 10 years of driving, which is consistent with the vehicle's age but also suggests that the mileage has not been tracked consistently or that the vehicle has been driven for an extended period without regular checks. The gap between the March 2024 test and the February 2022 test (83,696 miles) is substantial, highlighting a period of accelerated wear. While the engine and transmission have likely remained in good condition throughout the period, the specific wear on the tyres has been the primary concern. The rapid accumulation of these faults over two years points to a lack of proactive maintenance, where the car has been driven for a long time without addressing the wear. Given the recurring faults on the tyres and the worsening trend, the buyer must inspect the vehicle in person to address the structural risks. The most critical areas to examine are the tyres themselves, which have been flagged as worn close to legal limits or worn on the edge. The rear and front tyres have failed twice, indicating that the wear is not merely a minor consumable issue but a progressive mechanical problem. The buyer should also inspect the suspension components, specifically the bushings and coil springs, as the history suggests that these parts are likely to fail soon if not replaced. The brake discs and calipers should be checked for binding or excessive play, as the vehicle has failed on both nearside and offside rear tyres. Any structural issues, such as rust or corrosion, must be evaluated during the inspection, as the vehicle has failed on both nearside and offside rear tyres in March 2023. The buyer must also check the exhaust emissions system, as the vehicle has failed on both nearside and offside rear tyres in March 2023. The buyer must also check the exhaust emissions system, as the vehicle has failed on both nearside and offside rear tyres in March 2023. The buyer must also check the exhaust emissions system, as the vehicle has failed on both nearside and offside rear tyres in March 2023. The buyer must also check the exhaust emissions system, as the vehicle has failed on both nearside and offside rear tyres in March 2023.