2014 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · SH64 KWU

This Mitsubishi Outlander presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a notably clean bill of health in its most recent test. The July 2025 MOT at 142,503 miles passed with zero defects recorded, a significant turnaround from the multiple failures logged just two years prior. This suggests a recent phase of attentive mechanical repair, though the absence of any advisories since mid-2024 means the current condition relies entirely on the thoroughness of that recent work. The vehicle's mileage accumulation is consistent and unremarkable for its age. Covering roughly 11,875 miles annually, the progression from 111,518 miles in July 2023 to 142,503 miles by July 2025 indicates sustained daily use rather than prolonged storage. There are no suspicious mileage gaps or sudden drops in the record. The 13,989-mile jump between the 2024 and 2025 tests confirms the vehicle has been driven regularly, placing steady wear on consumable components. The July 2023 failure exposed several critical mechanical faults that a buyer must verify have been permanently rectified. The tester flagged a deteriorated rear engine mounting, worn front brake discs, and critically low rear brake pad thickness, alongside a service brake efficiency failure indicating a systemic braking issue. A nearside front track rod end with excessive play also pointed to advanced steering wear. While the clean 2024 and 2025 results imply these items were replaced, the underlying cause of such rapid brake and suspension wear warrants a physical inspection of the calipers for binding and the suspension bushes for deterioration. A hands-on inspection should focus on the structural integrity of the undercarriage and the condition of the drivetrain mounts. Given the history of a failed engine mounting, check for fresh cracking or fluid seepage around the replacement unit. Examine the inner edges of the front brake discs and the rear caliper slides to confirm the previous binding or sticking issues have not returned. Finally, inspect the nearside front track rod end boot for splits and check for any play, ensuring the excessive play detected in 2023 has not reoccurred.