2016 Mitsubishi ASX 1.6L Diesel · SE65 CCD

The Mitsubishi ASX presents a mixed maintenance picture that has recently stabilised following a clear intervention in early 2026. The most recent test on 02 February 2026 at 157,383 miles resulted in a pass, but only after a failure just three days prior on 30 January 2026 at 157,295 miles. The tester flagged the same recurring advisories on both dates: worn nearside and offside front suspension arm pins or bushes, and a corroded front sub-frame that was not seriously weakened. The January failure added a parking brake efficiency deficiency, which appears to have been rectified before the successful retest. The trend is therefore one of active, recent correction rather than neglect, though the underlying front-end wear and corrosion advisories persist and remain unresolved. The vehicle has covered 157,383 miles over roughly ten years, averaging approximately 15,738 miles per year, which is high for its age. The record shows a notable gap between the January 2025 pass at 135,605 miles and the January 2026 tests at over 157,000 miles, representing a jump of nearly 21,778 miles in a single year. This suggests a significant increase in usage during that period, which likely accelerated wear on consumables and structural components. The mileage accumulation before that was more moderate, rising from 120,442 miles in January 2024 to 135,605 miles in January 2025, a gain of roughly 15,163 miles. The sparse test history, with only five recorded entries across several years, limits the ability to track gradual deterioration, but the sharp recent mileage increase is a key factor in assessing current mechanical condition. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front suspension and sub-frame area. The worn suspension arm bushes appeared as advisories in 2024 and again in both January and February 2026, indicating these components have degraded progressively and may require replacement soon. The front sub-frame corrosion advisory, present in both 2026 tests, warrants close examination with a torch and probe to verify the corrosion has not progressed beyond surface-level deterioration. The parking brake deficiency that caused the January 2026 failure should be tested on a slope and assessed for cable stretch, seized mechanisms, or worn rear brake components, as the repair may have been superficial. The rear sub-frame corrosion noted in January 2025 and the excessively worn rear anti-roll bar bushes flagged in the January 2024 failure both point to structural attention needed at the rear of the vehicle. These items were not mentioned in the 2026 tests, suggesting they may have been addressed, but a physical check is essential to confirm. The recurring registration plate lamp defect across both 2026 tests is minor but indicative of basic electrical upkeep being overlooked. Given the high recent mileage and the pattern of recurring suspension and corrosion advisories, a thorough underbody inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended before purchase.