2014 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.0L Hybrid electric · SH64 KWX

The vehicle presents a clean bill of health following its most recent MOT on 19 December 2025 at 101,746 miles, where it passed with zero defects recorded. That said, the maintenance trend over the preceding two years reveals a pattern of recurring suspension failures that a buyer should not overlook. In the December 2024 test cycle, the tester flagged an excessively worn central rear suspension component pin or bush on the differential axle, and just twelve months later, in the December 2025 failure recorded the day before the clean pass, the offside rear coil spring was found fractured or broken. Both faults were rectified promptly, but the fact that two distinct rear suspension components failed within a 12-month window suggests the rear end has been under unusual stress or has aged unevenly. The mileage accumulation is broadly typical for a 2014 Outlander, averaging roughly 8,479 miles per year over its 12-year life. The record shows a steady climb from 80,946 miles in December 2023 to 90,853 miles in December 2024, then to 101,746 miles by December 2025, indicating consistent use without alarming spikes or suspiciously low activity. The MOT history itself is well documented with annual tests and no notable gaps, which is a positive sign of regulatory compliance. A prospective buyer should focus a physical inspection on the rear suspension and undercarriage. The fractured offside rear coil spring and the worn differential mounting bush both point to a rear suspension system that has recently endured significant strain. Check the nearside rear coil spring for early signs of cracking or sag, and examine all rear suspension bushes, trailing arms, and anti-roll bar links for play or deterioration. Inspect the rear subframe and mounting points for corrosion or distortion, particularly if the vehicle has been used on rough roads or in coastal areas. While the current MOT is clean, the concentration of rear-end faults in consecutive years warrants a thorough underbody examination before committing to purchase.