2014 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.0L Electric · SH64 KWC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward developing structural and suspension component degradation. The most recent test on 7 June 2025 at 106,578 miles passed after an initial failure for a nearside front position lamp and corroded rear coil springs. While the immediate mechanical failures were rectified, the appearance of corrosion on both rear springs indicates that the suspension components are reaching the end of their operational life due to age and environmental exposure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,900 miles per year. Between July 2024 at 101,002 miles and June 2025 at 106,578 miles, the car covered roughly 5,500 miles in eleven months. This steady usage suggests the vehicle has not suffered long periods of inactivity, which often accelerates the degradation of rubber seals and metal components, though it explains the progression of rust noted in the later records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear chassis and mounting points. The 29 June 2023 test at 91,920 miles flagged corrosion within 30cm of the nearside and offside rear mounts. Although this was not a failure at the time, the subsequent failure for corroded coil springs in 2025 suggests the structural integrity of the rear area is weakening. Furthermore, the 2023 warning regarding marginal front parking brake efficiency implies the braking mechanism requires an inspection for cable tension or adjustment to ensure the system remains effective.